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By Deepak Verma Jan 30, 2024
The Earth's center is a solid sphere primarily composed of iron and nickel
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Temperatures soar to about 9,000°F (5,000°C) at the inner core due to immense pressure
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Iron dominates the inner core's composition, with nickel and other elements present
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It generates Earth's magnetic field through the movement of molten iron around it
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With a radius of approximately 760 miles (1,220 kilometers), it occupies about 1.7% of Earth's volume
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Seismic waves help scientists understand its properties and structure
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Despite its searing heat, the inner core remains solid due to intense pressure
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