Learning Strand 2-Scientific and Critical Thinking Skills

“Layers of the Earth”

Direction: Read each statement below. If it is true, write a “T” in the blank; if it is false,
write an “F”.

____1. The center of the Earth is made of molten rock.

____2. Most of the Earth’s heat is stored in the mantle.

____3. The outer core is liquid.

____4. Earthquakes occur when heat travels through the mantle and causes tectonic

plates

to shift.

____5. The thinnest parts of the Earth’s crust are its continents.

____6. Extreme pressure causes the inner core of the Earth to remain solid.

____7. The crust of the Earth is much cooler than its other layers.

____8. The Earth’s mantle is flexible and shifts under heavy loads.

____9. The core is where geologists look for oil, gas, and other resources.

___10. The crust is broken down into two parts: the upper and lower crust

“Layers of the Earth”

Post-Test:
JHS Level:
Direction: Answer the following questions below.
1. Label the four layers of the Earth
2. Describe the four layers of the Earth in detail:
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3. Why are the layers of the Earth important?

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4. Complete this text using the vocabulary below:

“The Atmosphere”