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Ferg Earth Layers
Earth's Layers page 81-87
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Crust | The outermost solid layer of Earth. |
| Mantle | Located between the core and crust. Hot, slow flowing rock. |
| Core | Solid iron and nickle center of the Earth, located below the mantle. |
| Convection | Movement of matter in a circular motion. Warm rises, cool sinks. |
| Lithosphere | Outermost, rigid layer of Earth. This is the tectonic plates. The crust and upper part of the mantle. |
| Asthenosphere | Tectonic plates float on this. Made of rock that flows slowly. |
| Mesosphere | Lower part of the mantle |
| Outer core | Liquid layer of Earth's core. |
| Inner core | Solid, dense center of Earth. |