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Composition of the Earth Bold Kids

If you're wondering how the Earth is made, read on to find out. The Earth's outer layer is made up of solid rock and varies in thickness from three to forty-three miles. This solid layer is the largest, and it is the most dense part of the planet. The outer layer is made of lighter elements such as carbon, uranium, and iron. The inner core is made up of heavier materials and is almost two-thousand kilometers thick. The outer core is extremely hot, and its metals are molten. The inner core protects the earth's magnetic field. The outer crust is composed of layers, and is the thickest layer of the earth. The temperature ranges from a thousand degrees C near the crust to over three thousand degrees C near the core. In addition to the outer and inner core, the mantle is also very thick, weighing between one and three thousand pounds. Its main ingredients are magnesium, silicon, and iron. The mantle is the highest point on Earth and contains a solid rock. It is very hot and can be molded like play-dough. Its water content makes it the hottest place on the planet. The mantle is also the largest planet in the universe, and is as large as Mars. But it's not all bad. Here are some interesting Facts about Composition Of The Earth for Kids