New Layers of the Earth

Front

What is the innermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

The inner core.

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is solid and includes the crust and upper mantle?

Back

The lithosphere.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is primarily composed of silicate minerals?

Back

The crust.

Front

What is the thickest layer of the Earth?

Back

The mantle.

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

The crust.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of the Earth's inner core?

Back

It is solid and composed mainly of iron and nickel.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of the Earth's outer core?

Back

It is liquid and composed mainly of iron and nickel.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is responsible for tectonic plate movement?

Back

The asthenosphere, which is part of the upper mantle.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Front

What is the difference between the lithosphere and the asthenosphere?

Back

The lithosphere is rigid and includes the crust and upper mantle, while the asthenosphere is semi-fluid and allows for tectonic plate movement.

Front

What is the density comparison between the Earth's crust and mantle?

Back

The Earth's crust is less dense than the mantle.