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Earth's Layers Model

Earth's Layers Model

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Earth's layers cross-section diagram

🌍 Part 1: Earth's Layers Knowledge

1. How many main layers does the Earth have?

2 layers

3 layers

4 layers

5 layers

2. Which layer of the Earth do we live on?

Crust

Mantle

Core

Centre

3. Which of these are characteristics of Earth's layers? (Check all that apply)

The crust is the thinnest layer

The mantle is semi-solid

The core has two parts

All layers are the same temperature

📝 Part 2: Fill in the Blanks

4. Complete the sentences about Earth's layers:

The outermost layer of the Earth is called the ____________. Below this is the ____________, which is semi-solid and very hot. At the centre of the Earth is the ____________, which has two parts: the outer ____________ core and the inner ____________ core.

5. Fill in the temperature information:

As you go deeper into the Earth, the temperature gets ____________. The core can reach temperatures of over ____________°C, which is hotter than the surface of the sun!

🎨 Part 3: Drawing and Labelling

6. Draw and label a diagram of Earth's layers in the box below. Include the crust, mantle, and core (inner and outer):

7. Draw what you think happens when the Earth's layers move and cause an earthquake or volcano:

🔗 Part 4: Matching Activity

8. Match each Earth layer with its correct description:

1. Crust

2. Mantle

3. Outer Core

4. Inner Core

A. Solid metal centre of Earth

B. Thin, solid outer layer we live on

C. Liquid metal layer

D. Hot, semi-solid rock layer

🤔 Part 5: Thinking Questions

9. Explain why it's important to understand Earth's layers and forces:

10. How do you think the movement of Earth's layers might cause earthquakes and volcanoes?

11. Describe your Earth layers model. What materials did you use for each layer and why?

🌋 Part 6: Connecting to Aotearoa New Zealand

12. New Zealand sits on the boundary between two tectonic plates. What natural events happen here because of Earth's forces?

13. In Māori culture, the Earth is known as Papatūānuku. Write one way that understanding Earth's layers helps us respect and care for Papatūānuku:

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