EARTH'S INTERIOR AND EARTHQUAKES REVIEW

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What is the approximate pressure at the boundary between the inner core and the outer core?

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3.0 million atmospheres.

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If it took the S-wave 4 minutes to travel, how far was the epicenter distance?

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1 x 10^3 km.

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How far does a S wave travel in 10 minutes?

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3,000 km.

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What is the density range of the Inner Core?

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12.3 - 13.1 g/cm³.

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How is the density of the Earth organized?

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Lowest at the crust, highest at the inner core.

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What are the two main types of seismic waves?

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P-waves (primary waves) and S-waves (secondary waves).

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What is the composition of the Earth's inner core?

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Primarily composed of iron and nickel.

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What is the difference between the inner core and outer core?

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The inner core is solid, while the outer core is liquid.

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What is the role of seismic waves in understanding Earth's interior?

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Seismic waves help scientists infer the structure and composition of Earth's layers.

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What is the average density of the Earth?

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Approximately 5.5 g/cm³.