Ever-changing Earth Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what are the 4 sections of the earth
A
mantle, inner and outer cores and the crust
2
Q
in what order do the 4 sections of the earth go (from inside to outside)
A
- inner core
- outer core
- mantle
- crust
3
Q
describe the crust
A
thinnest layer of the earths structure
4
Q
describe the mantle
A
the thickest layer of the earths structure, containing semi - molten rock which becomes more like liquid nearer the core
5
Q
describe the outer core
A
a dense liquid, made up of molten, iron and nickel and reaches temperatures of 5000 degrees
6
Q
describe the inner core
A
the hottest part of the earth which is made of iron and nickel and reaches temperatures of up to 6000 degrees