Layers Of The Earth!

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    On which layer do we live?

    • Crust
    • Mantle
    • Inner Core
    • Outer Core
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Explore the Earth's structure with the 'Layers of the Earth!' quiz. Identify different layers such as the crust, mantle, and core, understand why the inner core is solid, and discover where the highest mountains and deepest oceans are located. This quiz enhances knowledge about Earth's composition and geological features.

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  • 2. 
    Identify the CRUST on the diagram below. - ProProfs

    Identify the CRUST on the diagram below.

    • Layer A

    • Layer B

    • Layer C

    • Layer D

    Correct Answer
    A. Layer A
    Explanation
    Layer A is the crust because it is the outermost layer of the diagram. The crust is the Earth's outermost layer, and it is composed of solid rock. It is also the thinnest layer compared to the other layers, which are the mantle and the core.

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  • 3. 
    Identify the MANTLE on the diagram below. - ProProfs

    Identify the MANTLE on the diagram below.

    • Layer A

    • Layer B

    • Layer C

    • Layer D

    Correct Answer
    A. Layer B
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Layer B because the mantle is the layer of the Earth located between the crust and the core. In the diagram, Layer B is positioned between Layer A (crust) and Layer C (core), indicating that it is the mantle.

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    Which layer can be worn down by erosion and weathering (weathering is when weather like rain and wind blow against rocks and break them up)?

    • Crust

    • Mantle

    • Inner Core

    • Outer Core

    Correct Answer
    A. Crust
    Explanation
    The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth's surface and is composed of rocks and soil. It is the layer that is directly exposed to the elements and is therefore susceptible to erosion and weathering. Erosion is the process by which rocks are broken down and carried away by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice. Weathering, on the other hand, refers to the physical or chemical breakdown of rocks caused by exposure to weather conditions like rain and wind. Therefore, the crust is the layer that can be worn down by erosion and weathering.

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     Identify the INNER CORE on the diagram below. - ProProfs

     Identify the INNER CORE on the diagram below.

    • Layer A

    • Layer B

    • Layer C

    • Layer D

    Correct Answer
    A. Layer D
    Explanation
    The inner core can be identified as Layer D because it is the deepest layer in the diagram. The layers are listed from top to bottom, and Layer D is the last layer mentioned. Therefore, it is the innermost layer and is the correct answer for the inner core.

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  • 6. 

    Which layer contains the highest mountains and the deepest oceans?

    • Crust

    • Mantle

    • Inner Core

    • Outer Core

    Correct Answer
    A. Crust
    Explanation
    The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth's surface and contains both the highest mountains and the deepest oceans. This layer is where tectonic plates interact, leading to the formation of mountain ranges such as the Himalayas. At the same time, the crust also includes oceanic trenches, like the Mariana Trench, which is the deepest part of the world's oceans. Therefore, the crust is the layer that encompasses both the highest mountains and the deepest oceans on Earth.

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    Which layer is the coolest (in temperature)?

    • Crust

    • Mantle

    • Inner Core

    • Outer Core

    Correct Answer
    A. Crust
    Explanation
    The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth's surface, and it is the layer that is closest to the atmosphere. Since the crust is exposed to the relatively cooler temperatures of the atmosphere, it is the coolest layer compared to the other layers mentioned. The mantle, inner core, and outer core are all located beneath the crust and are subject to higher temperatures due to their proximity to the Earth's heat-producing core.

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  • 8. 

    The inner core is made of a solid metal. Why is this?

    • No reason, that's just the way it is!

    • Because of the intense pressure of the other layers beating down on the core.

    • Because the core is so hot the core turns from solid to liquid.

    • Because the weight of the crust is beating down on the core.

    • None of the above.

    Correct Answer
    A. Because of the intense pressure of the other layers beating down on the core.
    Explanation
    The inner core is made of a solid metal because of the intense pressure of the other layers beating down on the core. This pressure compresses the metal and prevents it from melting, resulting in a solid state.

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