Earth Layers* FLASHCARD PERIOD 5

Front

What is the outermost physical layer of the Earth?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

What is Layer 1 of the Earth?

Back

Inner Core

Front

What is Layer 2 of the Earth?

Back

Outer Core

Front

What is Layer 4 of the Earth?

Back

Upper Mantle

Front

What happens to pressure as we move from the crust down into the inner core?

Back

Pressure Increases

Front

What is the layer between the crust and the outer core?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the state of the outer core?

Back

Liquid

Front

What is the state of the inner core?

Back

Solid

Front

What is the composition of the Earth's crust?

Back

Rock and soil

Front

What is the temperature range of the inner core?

Back

Approximately 4,000 to 5,000 degrees Celsius