Question

This layer of earth is divided into two sections, both of which primarily contain silicate minerals. Part of one of the sections is able to flow like a sticky fluid. What is this layer known as?

Answer 1

Answer:

Both the crust and the mantle are made mostly of silicates, minerals rich in the elements oxygen and silicon. The core contains the very dense iron and nickel elements. The explanation for Earth's layers goes back to its formation into a solid planet.