Earth's Layers/Systems Review

Front

What is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces called?

Back

Weathering

Front

What is an example of chemical weathering?

Back

Oxidation (reactions with oxygen)

Front

Which layer of the Earth is represented by the letter B?

Back

Mantle

Front

What sphere includes all WATER on earth?

Back

Hydrosphere

Front

What is the term for the dropping off of eroded soil and bits of rock?

Back

Deposition

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that lies between the crust and the outer core?

Back

Mantle

Front

What is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is the term for the solid part of the Earth, including rocks and soil?

Back

Geosphere

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is liquid and surrounds the inner core?

Back

Outer Core