Earth Layers 2 - by Mr. Milos

What is the thinnest layer of Earth called?

• Mantle

• Crust

• Outer Core

• Inner Core

What is the main difference between Continental and Oceanic Crust?

• Temperature

• Density

• Color

• Power

Why does Oceanic crust sink when it collides with Continental crust?

• It is made of older rocks

• It is thicker

• It is made of older rocks

• It is denser

What is the thickest layer of Earth?

• Outer Core

• Crust

• Mantle

• Inner Core

What is the upper part of the mantle known as?

• Stratosphere

• Lithosphere

• Asthenosphere

• Mesosphere

What is the outer core made of?

• Iron

• Gold

• Copper

• Silver

In what condition is the outer core?

• Liquid

• Solid

• Plasma

• Gas

What is the center of the Earth called?

• Inner Core

• Mantle

• Crust

• Outer Core

What is the temperature of the inner core?

• 1000 degrees

• 4000 degrees

• 2000 degrees

• 6000 degrees

What is the evidence for the distinct layers within the Earth?

• Observations of cloud formations

• Observations of volcanic eruptions

• Observations of seismic waves

• Observations of ocean currents