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1
Q

What is the innermost part of the Earth called?

A

Inner core

2
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What is the layer of the Earth under the crust called?

A

The mantle

3
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What state is the outer core?

A

Liquid

4
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What state is the inner core?

A

Solid

5
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Name the four layers of the Earth

A

Crust, mantle, outer core, inner core

6
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What is the most common element in the Earth’s crust?

A

Oxygen

7
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What is the atmosphere?

A

A mixture of gases that surrounds the Earth

8
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What is the part of the atmosphere closest to the Earth called?

A

The troposphere

9
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Which two elements make up most of the troposphere?

A

Oxygen and nitrogen

10
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The substances in the mantle are mainly in the _____ state

A

The substances in the mantle are mainly in the solid state

11
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Can substances in the mantle flow?

A

Yes

12
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Which layer of the Earth is 8km-40km thick?

A

The crust

13
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What is the outermost part of the Earth called?

A

The crust