4.1 inside the earth Flashcards
1
Q
what is the layer of rock that compromises 67% of earths mass
A
the mantle
2
Q
what is the layer of earth made mostly of iron
A
the core
3
Q
what is the thin, solid outermost layer above the mantle
A
the crust
4
Q
what is the layer made up of crust and the upper mantle
A
lithospere
5
Q
what is the layer of rock that slowly flows
A
asthenosphere
6
Q
what is the lower part of the mantle
A
mesosphere