The Earth's Layers Flashcards
1
Q
The layers of the Geosphere are …
A
core, mantle and crust
2
Q
The part of the Earth formed by gases is …
A
the atmosphere
3
Q
The part of the Earth formed by rocks is …
A
the geosphere
4
Q
The part of the Earth formed by water is …
A
the hydrosphere
5
Q
What are the gases around the Earth made up of?
A
Nitrogen and oxygen
6
Q
What’s the name of the outer layer in the geosphere?
A
The crust
7
Q
What are the “three spheres” of the Earth?
A
Atmosphere, geosphere and hydrosphere
8
Q
What is the hydrosphere made of?
A
Water
9
Q
What is the Earth’s inner core made up of?
A
Semi-liquid rock
10
Q
What is the Earth’s outer layer made of?
A
Solid rock
