Question

The Earth’s core is made of an alloy of
A. iron and nickel.
B. copper and iron.
C. zinc and magnesium.
D. iron and zinc.

Answer 1

Iron and nickle for the outer and inner core

Answer 2

Answer: The correct answer is iron and nickel.

Earth's core is the hottest and deepest layer. It is made of two layers The outer core which forms the border of mantle and inner core is spherical ball which is made up of metal. The outer core is about 1400 miles thick and it is made up of combination of alloys (iron and nickel). Some other metals are also found there in trace amounts like uranium, platinum and gold.In the outer core these metals are found in solid form.