Earth Layers

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

The crust.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Front

What layer of the Earth is located directly beneath the crust?

Back

The mantle.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is liquid and surrounds the inner core?

Back

The outer core.

Front

What is the innermost layer of the Earth?

Back

The inner core.

Front

How does pressure change as you go deeper into the Earth?

Back

Pressure increases.

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

Front

How does temperature change as you go deeper into the Earth?

Back

Temperature increases.

Front

What is the approximate thickness of the Earth's crust?

Back

The Earth's crust is about 5 to 70 kilometers thick.

Front

What is the composition of the Earth's inner core?

Back

The inner core is primarily composed of iron and nickel.

Front

What is the state of matter of the outer core?

Back

The outer core is in a liquid state.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

What is the main 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 movement.