1. SC.7.E.6.1 Describe the layers of the solid Earth, including the lithosphere, the hot convecting mantle, and the dense metallic liquid and solid cores

2. What properties can be used to describe the layers of the Earth?

3. Which of these diagrams best models the layers of Earth?

4. lithosphere

5. mantle

6. core

7. You have been asked, by a publisher, to read and comment on Jules Verne’s science fiction novel, Journey to the center of the Earth. Believable science fiction takes a “nugget of truth” and then follows that thread to make it seem believable. Using your knowledge of the composition of the layers of the Earth, write a letter to Jules Verne to provide input about what parts of his story are believable and which parts are not believable. Supply evidence from your understanding of the layers of the Earth to support your comments. Be sure to include scientific vocabulary in your letter.

8. Label each layer with its name
Construct a model of the layers of the Earth using materials of your choice
Clay
Crayons/markers
Styrofoam
Other?
Label each layer with its name
Put the layers in the correct relative order
Make the layers the correct relative thickness
Include descriptions of each layer which include
Composition
Temperature
State of matter

9. What properties can be used to describe the layers of the Earth?
Click on diagram for interactive of the Earth’s interior