The Temperature Range at the Core-Mantle Boundary Is Estimated to Be

question 84

Multiple Choice

The temperature range at the core-mantle boundary is estimated to be between ____.

• A) 2,500 to 5,000C
• B) 5,000 to 6,500C
• C) 7,000 to 8,500C
• D) 8,500 to 10,000C
• E) 10,000 to 11,500C

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