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Three layers of the earth
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The three layers of the earth are the crust, the mantle, and the core.
1. Crust: The earth's outermost layer is called the crust. It is the thinnest layer, ranging from about 5 to 70 kilometers in thickness. The crust is divided into two types: the continental crust, which makes up the landmasses we live on, and the oceanic crust, which forms the ocean floors. The crust is a relatively thin layer made up of solid rocks and minerals.
2. Mantle: The mantle is the middle layer of the earth, located between the crust and the core. It is much thicker than the crust and extends to a depth of about 2,900 kilometers. The mantle is composed of solid rock, but it is capable of flowing slowly over long periods of time due to the intense heat and pressure. The mantle is further divided into upper mantle and lower mantle.
3. Core: The core is the innermost layer of the earth, situated beneath the mantle. It is composed of two parts: the outer core and the inner core. The outer core is a liquid layer primarily made up of iron and nickel, while the inner core is a solid ball of solid iron and nickel. The core is extremely hot, with temperatures reaching up to 5,500 degrees Celsius (9,932 degrees Fahrenheit). It is believed that the movement of the liquid outer core generates the earth's magnetic field.
1. Crust: The earth's outermost layer is called the crust. It is the thinnest layer, ranging from about 5 to 70 kilometers in thickness. The crust is divided into two types: the continental crust, which makes up the landmasses we live on, and the oceanic crust, which forms the ocean floors. The crust is a relatively thin layer made up of solid rocks and minerals.
2. Mantle: The mantle is the middle layer of the earth, located between the crust and the core. It is much thicker than the crust and extends to a depth of about 2,900 kilometers. The mantle is composed of solid rock, but it is capable of flowing slowly over long periods of time due to the intense heat and pressure. The mantle is further divided into upper mantle and lower mantle.
3. Core: The core is the innermost layer of the earth, situated beneath the mantle. It is composed of two parts: the outer core and the inner core. The outer core is a liquid layer primarily made up of iron and nickel, while the inner core is a solid ball of solid iron and nickel. The core is extremely hot, with temperatures reaching up to 5,500 degrees Celsius (9,932 degrees Fahrenheit). It is believed that the movement of the liquid outer core generates the earth's magnetic field.