Let’s solve this step by step.
This worksheet is about the
Layers of Earth. The image shows a cutaway view of Earth with four main layers visible:
1. The outermost layer (thin, brownish) — this is the
Crust
2. The thick orange layer beneath it — this is the
Mantle
3. The lighter orange/yellow layer inside that — this is the
Outer Core
4. The bright yellow center — this is the
Inner Core
There are four blank boxes around the diagram. Each box should be filled with information about one of these layers. Since there are four boxes and four layers, we can assign each box to one layer.
We’ll go in order from outside to inside:
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Top Left Box → Crust
- It’s the thin, solid outer layer.
- Made of rock and soil.
- Where we live!
- Thickness: 5–70 km
Bottom Left Box → Mantle
- Thickest layer.
- Made of hot, semi-solid rock.
- Moves slowly (like thick honey).
- Causes earthquakes and volcanoes.
Top Right Box → Outer Core
- Liquid metal (mostly iron and nickel).
- Very hot.
- Creates Earth’s magnetic field.
Bottom Right Box → Inner Core
- Solid ball of iron and nickel.
- Hottest part of Earth.
- Under so much pressure, it stays solid even though it’s super hot.
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Now, let’s write simple, student-friendly text for each box.
✔ Final Answer:
Top Left Box (Crust):
The crust is the thin, hard outer layer of Earth. It’s made of rock and soil. We live on the crust! It’s only 5 to 70 kilometers thick.
Bottom Left Box (Mantle):
The mantle is the thickest layer. It’s made of hot, soft rock that moves very slowly. This movement causes earthquakes and volcanoes.
Top Right Box (Outer Core):
The outer core is made of liquid metal, mostly iron and nickel. It’s extremely hot and creates Earth’s magnetic field.
Bottom Right Box (Inner Core):
The inner core is a solid ball of iron and nickel. It’s the hottest part of Earth, but it stays solid because of huge pressure.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of layers of earth worksheet.
