Problem Overview:
The task is to identify the layers and sub-layers of the Earth based on the provided diagram. The diagram shows a cross-section of the Earth with numbered labels, and we need to match these numbers with the correct layer names listed below the diagram.
Diagram Analysis:
1.
Circular Diagram (Top):
- This shows a simplified view of the Earth's layers.
- Numbers 1 to 4 are labeled on different parts of the Earth.
2.
Cross-Section Diagram (Bottom):
- This provides a detailed view of the Earth's layers.
- Numbers 5 to 11 are labeled on different sections of the Earth.
3.
Layer Names:
- Mantle
- Lower Mantle
- Inner Core
- Asthenosphere
- Core
- Upper Mantle
- Outer Core
- Crust
- Lithosphere (Crust + Uppermost solid mantle)
Solution Approach:
We will analyze each numbered section in both diagrams and match them with the correct layer names.
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Circular Diagram (Top):
1.
Number 1: This is the outermost layer, which is the
Crust.
2.
Number 2: This is the next layer inward, which is part of the
Mantle.
3.
Number 3: This is the next layer inward, which is the
Core.
4.
Number 4: This is the innermost layer, which is the
Inner Core.
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Cross-Section Diagram (Bottom):
5.
Number 5: This is the outermost layer, which is the
Crust.
6.
Number 6: This is the layer just below the crust, which is the
Upper Mantle.
7.
Number 7: This is the layer below the upper mantle, which is the
Lower Mantle.
8.
Number 8: This is the
Asthenosphere, which is a part of the upper mantle.
9.
Number 9: This is the boundary between the mantle and the core, which is part of the
Mantle.
10.
Number 10: This is the
Outer Core.
11.
Number 11: This is the
Inner Core.
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Matching Layers:
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Crust: Numbers 1 and 5.
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Upper Mantle: Number 6.
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Lower Mantle: Number 7.
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Asthenosphere: Number 8.
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Mantle: Numbers 2, 7, 8, and 9.
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Core: Numbers 3, 10, and 11.
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Outer Core: Number 10.
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Inner Core: Number 11.
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Lithosphere: Comprises the
Crust (Numbers 1 and 5) and the
Uppermost solid mantle (part of Number 6).
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Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{ll}
1 & \text{Crust} \\
2 & \text{Mantle} \\
3 & \text{Core} \\
4 & \text{Inner Core} \\
5 & \text{Crust} \\
6 & \text{Upper Mantle} \\
7 & \text{Lower Mantle} \\
8 & \text{Asthenosphere} \\
9 & \text{Mantle} \\
10 & \text{Outer Core} \\
11 & \text{Inner Core} \\
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of parts of the earth worksheet.