Question

match the layer of the earth in column 1 to the characteristics in column 2.
upper mantle
lower mantle
inner core
outer core
near outer core
dense and solid
liquid
moves the crust

Explanation:

• The lower mantle is near the outer core.
• The inner core is dense and solid.
• The outer core is liquid.
• The upper mantle (specifically the asthenosphere part) moves the crust (through convection currents which drive plate tectonics).

Answer:

• Upper mantle: Moves the crust
• Lower mantle: Near outer core
• Inner core: Dense and solid
• Outer core: Liquid