Earth's Layers and Geosphere Concepts

Which layer of Earth is right beneath the crust?

• The Outer Core

• The Crust

• The Mantle

• The Geosphere

What word best describes the word "Geosphere"?

• Water

• Solids

• Space

• Core

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Two Answers: Select the names of the two parts of the crust

• Continental

• Oceanic

• Transversal

• Subducting

Which section of the Mantle is hotter?

• Upper Mantle

• The Midline Mantle

• The Lower Mantle

• The Transversal Mantle

When ___ collide, slide, or pull apart, the resulting friction and stress can cause earthquakes

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

• Crust

• Mantle

• Outer Core

• Inner Core