Question

Which of the Earth's layers is represented by the number two (2) on the image above?

A.
the mantle
B.
the outer core
C.
the inner core
D.
the crust

Answer 1

The mantle is the #2 the crust is #1 the outter core is #3 the inner core is #4

Answer 2

1. Crust - The solid crust is the external and weakest layer of our planet.

2. Mantle - It is comprised of silicate minerals that are similar to ones located in the crust, which is made up of more magnesium and iron and lighter silicon and aluminum.

3. Outer core - The outer core is formed mostly of iron and nickel, and these metals are obtained in liquid form.

4. Inner core - This hard layer is smaller than our Moon at 750 miles (1,200 km) deep and is formed chiefly of iron.