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Earth Layers U2L3 Quiz
Name: ___________________
1. The __________ is the solid but flexible layer so tectonic plates can move on
top of it.
A. asthenosphere
B. mesosphere
C. lithosphere
D. core
2. The solid, outer layer of Earth called the __________ consists of the crust and
the rigid upper part of the mantle.
A. asthenosphere
B. mesosphere
C. lithosphere
D. core
3. Rock in the ___________, which is closest to the center of the Earth, moves
more slowly than it does in the asthenosphere.
A. asthenosphere
B. mesosphere
C. lithosphere
D. core
4. This compositional layer is the most dense.
A. crust
B. mantle
C. lithosphere
D. core
5. This compositional layer is divided into two types, oceanic and continental.
A. crust
B. mantle
C. lithosphere
D. core
6. The movement of water boiling in a pot or the movement of the mantle in the
Earth caused by density changes is called __________.
A. conduction
B. convection
C. rotation
D. distribution
7. This element makes up most of the core.
A. iron
B. mica
C. nickel
D. lead
8. Convection takes place in this compositional layer.
A. crust
B. mantle
C. mesosphere
D. core
9. This type of rock is formed by cooling.
A. igneous
B. magma
C. metamorphic
D. sedimentary
10. This type of rock is formed by heat and pressure.
A. igneous
B. magma
C. metamorphic
D. sedimentary
Label and describe the physical and compositional layers of the Earth.