Earth's Structure Quiz

Which layer of the Earth is responsible for the shifting of continents and the occurrence of earthquakes?

• Inner Core

• Crust

• Mantle

• Outer Core

What is the composition of the outermost layer of the Earth, where we live?

• Semi-solid rock

• Molten metal

• Solid rocks and minerals

• Iron and nickel

What generates Earth's magnetic field, which protects the planet from harmful solar radiation?

• Solid rocks and minerals in the crust

• Semi-solid rock in the mantle

• Solid sphere in the inner core

• Molten metal in the outer core

What is the innermost layer of the Earth made primarily of iron and nickel?

• Crust

• Inner Core

• Mantle

• Outer Core

Which layer of the Earth remains solid despite extreme heat due to immense pressure at the center of the Earth?

• Mantle

• Outer Core

• Crust

• Inner Core

What practical application relies on knowledge of Earth's layers to understand and predict seismic activity?

• Seismology

• Astronomy

• Farming

• Mining

What is the study of earthquakes called?

• Geology

• Seismology

• Meteorology

• Volcanology

What is the outer core of the Earth composed of?

• Semi-solid rock

• Iron and nickel

• Molten metal

• Solid rocks and minerals

What is the study of Earth's magnetic field vital for?

• Astronomy

• Navigation

• Mining

• Farming

What does the understanding of Earth's layers enhance our comprehension of?

• Plate tectonics

• Human history

• Weather patterns

• Astronomy