To solve the problem, we need to identify the different interior layers of the Earth and provide their names, depths, and states of matter. Here is the solution:
Earth's Layers
The Earth has several distinct layers, each with unique properties. Below is a breakdown of the main layers:
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#### 1.
Crust
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Name: Crust
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Depth: 5–70 km (varies between continental crust and oceanic crust)
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State of Matter: Solid
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#### 2.
Mantle
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Name: Mantle
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Depth: 70–2,900 km
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State of Matter: Solid (but behaves plastically over long timescales due to high pressure and temperature)
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#### 3.
Outer Core
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Name: Outer Core
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Depth: 2,900–5,150 km
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State of Matter: Liquid (primarily iron and nickel)
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#### 4.
Inner Core
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Name: Inner Core
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Depth: 5,150–6,371 km (center of the Earth)
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State of Matter: Solid (due to extremely high pressure, despite high temperature)
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Filling in the Worksheet
Using the information above, we can fill in the worksheet as follows:
1.
First Layer (Crust)
- Name: Crust
- Depth: 5–70 km
- State of Matter: Solid
2.
Second Layer (Mantle)
- Name: Mantle
- Depth: 70–2,900 km
- State of Matter: Solid (plastic behavior over time)
3.
Third Layer (Outer Core)
- Name: Outer Core
- Depth: 2,900–5,150 km
- State of Matter: Liquid
4.
Fourth Layer (Inner Core)
- Name: Inner Core
- Depth: 5,150–6,371 km
- State of Matter: Solid
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Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{|l|l|l|}
\hline
\text{Name} & \text{Depth} & \text{State of Matter} \\
\hline
\text{Crust} & 5-70 \text{ km} & \text{Solid} \\
\hline
\text{Mantle} & 70-2,900 \text{ km} & \text{Solid (plastic behavior)} \\
\hline
\text{Outer Core} & 2,900-5,150 \text{ km} & \text{Liquid} \\
\hline
\text{Inner Core} & 5,150-6,371 \text{ km} & \text{Solid} \\
\hline
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of earths interior worksheet.
