Which of the Following Sequences Correctly Characterizes the Composition of Earth's

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sequences correctly characterizes the composition of Earth's layers,from its center to its surface?

• A) solid iron, molten iron, solid nickel, granite
• B) silicate rocks, molten iron, silicate rocks
• C) molten iron, silicate rocks, granite
• D) solid iron, molten iron, silicate rocks

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