Layers of the Earth and Rock Cycle

Lava which cools on Earth's surface forms an

• metamorphic rock

• intrusive igneous rock

• extrusive igneous rock

• foliated metamorphic rock

What process is occurring at Z?

• Weathering, sedimentation, compaction, and cementation

• Heat and pressure

• Melting, cooling and hardening

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Which layer is shown in light orange?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Which layer is made (mostly) of LIQUID iron and nickel?

• crust

• mantle

• outer core

• inner core

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

• the crust

• the mantle

• the outer core

• the inner core

Which layer of the Earth is the only liquid layer?

• Outer Core

• Inner Core

• Mantle

• Lithosphere

Layer of the Earth that has the asthenosphere and part of the lithosphere.

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Layer of the Earth that is a solid metal sphere.

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

A(n) ______ rock is created at C.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Layer of the earth that is liquid metal.

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4