Earth Layers

Front

What is the top layer of the Earth's surface called?

Back

Crust

Front

What happens to pressure as you go deeper into the Earth?

Back

Pressure increases.

Front

Which layer of Earth is located above the outer core?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the inner core made of?

Back

A dense ball of solid iron and nickel.

Front

Which layer of Earth is characterized by rock that is plastic, or soft enough to flow?

Back

Asthenosphere

Front

What is the layer of Earth that is solid and rocky?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the layer beneath the crust called?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the outer core primarily composed of?

Back

Liquid iron and nickel.

Front

What is the lithosphere?

Back

The rigid outer layer of the Earth, including the crust and upper mantle.

Front

What is the difference between the inner core and outer core?

Back

The inner core is solid, while the outer core is liquid.