The Separation of the Earth into Layers While It Was

question 45

Multiple Choice

The separation of the Earth into layers while it was molten was the result of the:

• A)decrease in temperature downward toward the core.
• B)differing densities of the elements that make up the Earth.
• C)gravitational force created by the rotating Earth.
• D)initial collection of materials and their position in Earth.
• E)presence of water at Earth's surface.

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