Earth Layers and Density

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Science
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7th Grade
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Hard
Standards-aligned
Lisa Thompson
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes the position of the layer of the earth known as the crust?
Above the mantle, which is above the core
Above the core, and below the mantle
Between the inner core and the outer core
Below all other layers, including the mantle and core
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which layer of Earth is broken up into giant moving plates?
Asthenosphere
Lithosphere
Inner core
Outer core
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The layers of Earth can be classified by their thickness, composition, and state. Which of Earth's layers is best described as a molten state of medium density made of mostly silicon and oxygen?
crust
outer core
mantle
inner core
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which letter in the diagram identifies the layer of Earth made up of solid nickel and iron?
layer A
layer B
layer C
layer D
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Sally is researching the differences that exist in each layer of the Earth. Which of the following best describes Earth's crust?
Solid, rocky
Liquid, metallic
Semisolid, convecting
Dense, extremely hot
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The layers of Earth are the crust, mantle, and care, with the core being divided into inner and outer layers. Which of the following does NOT describe the layers of the solid Earth?
The core makes up the majority of Earth's volume.
The mantle is composed of rocks known as silicates.
The core is made up of dense elements, such as iron and nickel
The crust is extremely thin when compared to the core or mantle.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of Earth's layers is best described as liquid metal?
crust
mantle
outer core
inner core
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