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Earth's Interior Structure
This 3D model provides an interactive visualization of Earth's interior layers, showcasing the complex structure that lies beneath our planet's surface.
Explore the distinct layers of the Earth, from the thin outer crust to the superheated inner core, and understand their unique properties and compositions.
The color-coded layers help distinguish between different compositional and mechanical layers, making it easier to study their characteristics and interactions.
Interactive features allow you to rotate, zoom, and isolate each layer for a detailed examination of Earth's internal structure and its dynamic processes.
This visualization is particularly valuable for understanding plate tectonics, seismic activity, and the Earth's magnetic field generation.
- Key Layers: Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core
- Composition: Silicate rocks in crust/mantle, iron-nickel in core
- Temperature Range: From surface to over 6,000°C at the inner core
- Thickness: Crust (5-70 km), Mantle (~2,900 km), Outer Core (~2,200 km), Inner Core (~1,220 km)
- Educational Value: Ideal for students, educators, and geology enthusiasts