The Structure Of The Earth Flashcards
1
Q
How of the layers of the earth layered center to edge
A
Inner core
Outer core
Mantle
Crust
2
Q
The crust
A
The crust is a solid layer of rock on the surface of the planet . The thickness varies between 3-30 miles
3
Q
What is the mantel
A
The mantle is a semi-liquid layer of magma or molten rock, that moves due to convection currents
4
Q
What is the Outer core
A
The liquid part of the core which has a similar composition to the inner core
5
Q
What is the inner core
A
The inner core is the solid part at the center of the earth. It is made of iron and nickel and has temperatures reaching 5,500°c
