Multiple Choice
The inner core is solid because
A) it is composed of iron and nickel.
B) the surrounding outer layers act as a blanket to insulate the core.
C) pressure from the weight of the surrounding layers prevents the inner core from melting.
D) none of these,for the inner core is not solid,but is liquid
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