Layers of the Earth Worksheet
An educational worksheet for Grade 8 Science students covering the layers of the Earth, their composition, and characteristics.
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Layers of the Earth
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the diagram below for questions 1-3.
1. Which layer of the Earth is primarily composed of molten iron and nickel?
Crust
Mantle
Outer Core
Inner Core
2. The thinnest layer of the Earth is the:
Crust
Mantle
Outer Core
Inner Core
3. The Earth's innermost layer, the , is solid due to immense pressure.
4. Convection currents in the are responsible for the movement of tectonic plates.
5. The Earth's magnetic field is generated in the .
6. The continental crust is generally thinner and denser than the oceanic crust.
True
False
7. The lithosphere includes the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle.
True
False
8. Describe the main differences between the inner core and the outer core of the Earth.
9. Explain how scientists learn about the Earth's interior, given that direct observation is impossible.