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What creates the Earth's magnetic field? the moon the liquid iron/nickel core the atmosphere the solid inner core

Horizons: Exploring the Universe (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter16: Earth And Moon: Bases For Comparative Planetology

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2P: Earth’s metallic core has about 55% of the planet’s radius. What percentage of Eth’s volume is taken...

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