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Earth’s core might be "buttery", scientists say it’s a brand-new state of matter

New research suggests that Earth’s solid inner core might not be as rigid as once believed. Instead, it could exist in an ...
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Earth’s inner core is less solid than we thought

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Earth’s core is pretty dynamic. Its spin speeds up and slows ...
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Scientists discover giant blobs deep inside Earth are 'evolving by themselves' — and we may finally know where they come from

Giant regions of the mantle where seismic waves slow down may have formed from subducted ocean crust, a new study finds. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...
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A reservoir of gold lies hidden in Earth’s core. Scientists say it’s leaking

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‘It’s almost science fiction’: Scientists say the shape of Earth’s inner core is changing

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Scientists discover Earth's inner core isn't just slowing down — it's also changing shape

The surface of Earth's inner core appears to be dynamic, changing shape as it rotates, earthquake waves reveal. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s ...