Part 1 - Structure Of The Earth Flashcards
1
Q
What is the top layer surrounding all other layers on the earth
A
The crust
2
Q
What is the layer beneath the crust
A
The mantle
3
Q
What is the late between he mantle and inner core
A
The outer core
4
Q
Where do tectonic plates lay
A
On the mantle
5
Q
What is the thinnest layer
A
The crust
6
Q
What is the hottest layer
A
The inner core
7
Q
What is the innermost layer of the earth
A
Inner core
8
Q
How hot is the inner core
A
5,500*c
9
Q
How hot is the outer core
A
4500*c
10
Q
How hot is the mantle
A
3000*c
11
Q
The mantle is made out of
A
Liquid magma and steel etc.
12
Q
Is the crust a solid?
A
Yes.. We live on it
13
Q
Are any layers apart from the crust solid
A
Yes, the inner core is solid and is surrounded many liquid.
