Question

this diagram is a model of earths layers. use the words below to label the layers. continental crust outer core lithosphere mantle

Explanation:

1. The thin, topmost blue layer is the continental crust, the outermost layer of continental landmasses.
2. The combined layer of the crust and upper rigid mantle is the lithosphere, which forms the rigid outer shell of Earth.
3. The thick, semi-plastic layer beneath the lithosphere is the mantle, the largest layer of Earth's interior.
4. The innermost labeled layer here (yellow/orange) is the outer core, a liquid layer of iron and nickel.

Answer:

• Topmost blue layer: continental crust
• Layer encompassing crust + upper mantle: lithosphere
• Thick layer below lithosphere: mantle
• Innermost colored layer: outer core