DE 2D Earth's Layers

Front

What are the main layers of the Earth?

Back

The main layers of the Earth are the Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, and Inner Core.

Front

What is the composition of the Inner Core?

Back

The Inner Core is composed of solid metal, primarily iron and nickel.

Front

What happens to temperature and density as you go deeper into the Earth?

Back

Generally, temperature and density increase as you go deeper into the Earth.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is the hottest?

Back

The Inner Core is the hottest layer of the Earth.

Front

What is the Mantle?

Back

The Mantle is the layer of the Earth between the Crust and the Outer Core, and it has the most volume.

Front

What is the Outer Core made of?

Back

The Outer Core is made of liquid iron and nickel.

Front

How does the density of materials change from the Crust to the Inner Core?

Back

Density increases from the Crust to the Inner Core.

Front

What is the Lithosphere?

Back

The Lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, consisting of the Crust and the upper part of the Mantle.

Front

What is the Asthenosphere?

Back

The Asthenosphere is the semi-fluid layer of the Mantle beneath the Lithosphere.

Front

What is the difference between the Outer Core and Inner Core?

Back

The Outer Core is liquid, while the Inner Core is solid.