Question

1. choose the best answer. the earths inner core is —— because particles in the iron and nickel are packed tightly as the earths weight presses down on it. frozen plasma solid liquid 12. choose the best answer. the plastic-like —— is the upper layer of the mantle that is more solid than liquid. outer core lithosphere asthenosphere inner core

Explanation:

For question 11: The Earth's inner core is solid. In a solid state, particles are closely packed together. High - pressure conditions in the inner core (due to the Earth's weight pressing down) cause the iron and nickel to be in a solid state despite the high temperatures.
For question 12: The lithosphere is the rigid, outermost shell of the Earth. It is more solid than the asthenosphere (which is semi - molten). The lithosphere includes the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle.

Answer:

1. solid
2. lithosphere