Structure Of The Earth Flashcards
1
Q
What are the parts of our earth?
A
Crust , mantle , outer core , inner core
2
Q
How thick is the crust
A
6km to 70km thick
3
Q
What is the crust ?
A
It’s is the layer that we live upon
4
Q
What does the crust contain ?
A
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 the outer core help with
A
It’s gives our its earth magnetic field
8
Q
What is the mantle made out of ?
A
Hot molten rock called magma
9
Q
What does it move magma like ?
A
Thick honey
10
Q
What percent of the earth does the mantle take up?
A
85% of the earth
