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What is the composition of the earths core?
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The Earth's core is primarily composed of iron and nickel. It is divided into two distinct regions: the outer core and the inner core.
The outer core, which makes up about 30% of the Earth's core by mass, is believed to be in a liquid state. It consists mainly of molten iron with small amounts of nickel and other elements. The high temperatures and pressures in the outer core prevent these metals from solidifying.
The inner core, which makes up the remaining 70% of the Earth's core, is thought to be in a solid state. It is also predominantly composed of iron and nickel, but due to the higher pressures found in the inner core, it is in a solid crystalline form. Other elements such as sulfur, oxygen, and silicon may also be present in small amounts.
The precise composition of the Earth's core is still an active area of research, and scientists continue to study seismic waves and conduct experiments to better understand its composition and behavior.
The outer core, which makes up about 30% of the Earth's core by mass, is believed to be in a liquid state. It consists mainly of molten iron with small amounts of nickel and other elements. The high temperatures and pressures in the outer core prevent these metals from solidifying.
The inner core, which makes up the remaining 70% of the Earth's core, is thought to be in a solid state. It is also predominantly composed of iron and nickel, but due to the higher pressures found in the inner core, it is in a solid crystalline form. Other elements such as sulfur, oxygen, and silicon may also be present in small amounts.
The precise composition of the Earth's core is still an active area of research, and scientists continue to study seismic waves and conduct experiments to better understand its composition and behavior.