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Good question! I've done much research on this for my Physical Science class. But the most information I've found and that I can give you is that iron is the predominant metal/element of Earth's core. Iron (and Nickel) mainly take over the Earth's inner and outer cores. But most of the research I have done tells me the Earth is made of 5% iron.
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Why do geologist think earths core contains mostly iron?
Other orbiting bodies contain more iron then earths crust does
Earths crust is mostly made of what iron oxygen or silicon?
Earth's crust is mostly made up of Silicon and Oxygen
Why do scientist think earth's core contains iron?
Scientists believe Earth's core contains iron because of its density and magnetic properties. Iron is a dense element, which is consistent with the high density of Earth's core. Additionally, observations of Earth's magnetic field suggest the presence of iron in the core.
What are the eight most common elements in the earths continental crust?
The eight most common elements in the earths continental crust are; 1. Oxygen. 2. Silicon. 3. Aluminium. 4. Iron. 5. Calsium. 6. Sodium. 7. Potassium. 8. Magnesium.
Is the earths crust less than one percent of earths mass?
With a very sizable iron core and a (by comparison) wafer-thin crust, I doubt that the earth's crust even approximates a full percentage point.
What is the iron percentage in the earths crust?
In terms of weight, iron makes up approximately 5% of the earths crust, the fourth most abundant element in the crust. However, remember Earth's Core is nearly all Iron.
Why do scientist thinks earths core contain iron?
other orbiting bodies contain more iron than earths crust does
Which element makes up a large percentage of Earths core and a much smaller percentage of the crust?
The principle element found at the Earth's core is iron.
What does rocks in earths mantle contain a higher percentage of what than rocks in earths crust?
iron and magnesium
What is the percentage of iron in the earth crust?
In terms of weight, iron makes up approximately 5% of the earths crust, the fourth most abundant element in the crust. However, remember Earth's Core is nearly all Iron.
What is the earths under crust surrounded by?
Earths under crust surrounded by Upper Mantle (35-60 km) .The mantle is composed of sillicate rocks that are rich in iron and magnesium relative to the overlying crust.
Why do geologist think earths core contains mostly iron?
Other orbiting bodies contain more iron then earths crust does
Can pure iron be found on earths crust?
No because iron reacts with various substances including oxygen in the air to produce rust.
What are the most abundant metals in the earths core?
In the universe, the most abundance metal is iron, then magnesium is next (about 1/2 as much as iron).In the earth's crust, aluminum is highest, followed closely by iron, then calcium, sodium, magnesium, and potassium.
Where can iron be found?
Iron can be found in a variety of sources such as iron ores, which are rocks and minerals from which metallic iron can be extracted; in the Earth's crust; and in a variety of food sources such as red meat, poultry, seafood, lentils, and fortified cereals.
How Much Aluminum Is Found In The Earths Crust?
8.1% by weight
What is much of earths crust made up of?
Water 75%
