Layers of the Earth

Front

What are the four main layers of the Earth?

Back

Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core.

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust.

Front

What happens to temperature as we move from the crust to the inner core?

Back

Temperature increases.

Front

What layer of the Earth is directly below the crust?

Back

Mantle.

Front

What are tectonic plates?

Back

Large pieces of the Earth's crust that move and interact with each other.

Front

What type of crust is thicker, continental or oceanic?

Back

Continental crust is thicker.

Front

How many types of crust are there?

Back

There are two types: continental crust and oceanic crust.

Front

What is the layer of molten rock beneath the Earth's crust called?

Back

Mantle.

Front

What is the Earth's inner core primarily made of?

Back

Iron and nickel.

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is liquid?

Back

Outer core.