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

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2
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in what order do the 4 sections of the earth go (from inside to outside)

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  1. inner core
  2. outer core
  3. mantle
  4. crust
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3
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describe the crust

A

thinnest layer of the earths structure

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4
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describe the mantle

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the thickest layer of the earths structure, containing semi - molten rock which becomes more like liquid nearer the core

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5
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describe the outer core

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a dense liquid, made up of molten, iron and nickel and reaches temperatures of 5000 degrees

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6
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describe the inner core

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the hottest part of the earth which is made of iron and nickel and reaches temperatures of up to 6000 degrees

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