Lecture- Tutorials for Introductory Astronomy
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Chapter 4, Problem 2EAP
Which is hotter, the piece of mantle material at Position A or the piece of mantle material at Position D? Explain your reasoning.
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Lecture- Tutorials for Introductory Astronomy
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