Structure Of The Earth Flashcards
1
Q
Crust
A
relatively thin and rocky
2
Q
Mantle
A
has the properties of a solid, but can flow very slowly
3
Q
Outer core
A
made from liquid nickel and iron
4
Q
Inner core
A
made from solid nickel and iron
5
Q
Tectonic hazard
A
Event that happens naturally and is caused by the movement of the Earth. It causes huge damage to people and property.
6
Q
What is the structure of the earth
A
Crust on the outside: crust of an apple
Mantle is the biggest part before the crust
Inner cores: inside
Egg:
Yellow yolk is the core
The white part is the mantle
The thin shell is the crust
Like a hard boiled egg it even has cracks on its surface