I'm curious about the crust. Could someone explain what it is and its main functions or purposes?
6 answers
OceanSoul
Sun Nov 17 2024
The term "Crust" refers to the outermost layer of a terrestrial planet.
KpopStarletShine
Sun Nov 17 2024
On our planet, the crust is relatively thin, extending just 40 kilometers (25 miles) deep.
KatanaBlade
Sun Nov 17 2024
Despite its small size, the crust accounts for only 1 percent of Earth's total mass.
Dario
Sat Nov 16 2024
Surprisingly, this tiny fraction of Earth's mass contains all known life in the universe.
TopazRider
Sat Nov 16 2024
In terms of structure, Earth can be divided into three distinct layers: the crust, the mantle, and the core.