Geograhy The Structure Of Our Earth Flashcards
1
Q
What are the parts of our earth?
A
Crust,mantel,outer core and inner core.
2
Q
How thick is the crust?
A
6km_70km thick
3
Q
What is the crust?
A
The layer we live upon
4
Q
What does the crust contain?
A
It contains solid rock
5
Q
What is the inner core made of?
A
Solid iron and nickel
6
Q
What is the outer core made of?
A
Liquid iron and nickel
7
Q
What does the movement of this liquid give our earth?
A
It gives our earth its magnetic field.
8
Q
What is the mantel made of?
A
The mantle is made of hot molten rock called magma
9
Q
What does it move like?
A
It moves like thick honey
10
Q
What % of the earth does it make up?
A
85%
