Earth's Layers

Front

What is the outer core of the Earth?

Back

The outer core is the liquid layer of the Earth's core, composed mainly of molten iron and nickel.

Front

Is the mantle hotter than the crust?

Back

True, the mantle is significantly hotter than the Earth's crust.

Front

Which layer of the Earth is the thickest?

Back

The mantle is the thickest layer of the Earth.

Front

What is the composition of the mantle?

Back

The mantle is made up of thick, semi-solid rock that can flow slowly.

Front

Is the mantle a thick liquid rock?

Back

True, the mantle consists of thick, semi-solid rock that behaves like a viscous liquid over long periods.

Front

Is the Earth's crust made of melted rock?

Back

False, the Earth's crust is made of solid rock, not melted rock.

Front

What is the inner core of the Earth?

Back

The inner core is the solid, innermost layer of the Earth, composed mainly of iron and nickel.

Front

What are the main components of the Earth's layers?

Back

The Earth's layers consist of the crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core.

Front

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

Back

Temperature increases as you go deeper into the Earth, with the inner core being the hottest.

Front

What is the state of matter of the outer core?

Back

The outer core is in a liquid state.