Front

What is the process called when liquid rock from the mantle reaches the Earth's surface?

Back

Volcanic eruption

Front

What is the main source of energy that drives the cycling of Earth's materials?

Back

Earth's internal heat

Front

Which layer of the core is solid?

Back

Inner core

Front

What layer is between the inner core and the mantle?

Back

Outer core

Front

Which of the following is NOT a physical property of Earth's layers?

Back

Chemical composition

Front

What is the outermost layer of the Earth called?

Back

Crust

Front

What is the layer of the Earth that is semi-fluid and allows tectonic plates to move?

Back

Asthenosphere

Front

What is the term for the movement of tectonic plates?

Back

Plate tectonics

Front

What is the Earth's layer that is made up of solid rock and is divided into tectonic plates?

Back

Lithosphere

Front

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

Back

Outer core