Wich is the method that scientists use to determine the composition of earths layers

What are the answers for the following questions?

The earth is actually quite a dry planet true or false

What is one reason why areas that are just beginning to industrialize typically have a higher rate of population growth than countries that are already industrialized? a. most industrialized countries have laws regulating how many children women can have. b. the average lifespan in developing countries is much higher than in industrialized countries. c. developing countries need labor to fill their rapidly expanding industries. d. developing countries are just beginning to experience improved food production and health services.