Structure of the Earth Worksheet
Explore the layers of the Earth with this Grade 5 science worksheet, covering the crust, mantle, and core.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the diagram of the Earth's layers if needed.
The image below shows the layers of the Earth. Use it to help you answer the questions.

1. The outermost layer of the Earth is called the .
2. The thickest layer of the Earth is the .
3. The Earth's core is divided into two parts: the inner core and the core.
4. Which layer of the Earth is made mostly of liquid iron and nickel?
Crust
Mantle
Outer Core
Inner Core
5. Which layer of the Earth is the thinnest?
Crust
Mantle
Outer Core
Inner Core
6. The Earth's mantle is completely solid.
True
False
7. The inner core is the hottest part of the Earth.
True
False
8. Describe one way the Earth's layers are different from each other.
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