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16 - The Fiery Heart of Earth
16 - The Fiery Heart of Earth
Welcome to today's episode! We drill into the fascinating world beneath our feet. We’re exploring Earth's inner and outer cores, the mantle, and the crust, and how these layers interact to shape our planet. We'll uncover how these dynamic systems drive geological and climatic phenomena, making Earth the vibrant, ever-changing place it is.
The Inner Core: Earth's Hot Heart: Discovered in 1936, our inner core is a solid iron-nickel alloy, similar in temperature to the sun's surface. This core generates Earth's magnetic field, shielding us from harmful solar…
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