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Inhomogeneity

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science2 years ago

"Unveiling Earth's Core: A Fascinating Journey into a Hidden World"

Scientists at the University of Utah have made progress in understanding Earth's inner core, revealing that it is not a uniform mass but composed of various "fabrics." By analyzing seismic data from earthquakes, the researchers discovered that the inner core's inhomogeneity strengthens as one goes deeper towards the center of the Earth, providing insights into its growth process over time. This research not only expands our understanding of Earth's core but also demonstrates the power of seismic data in unlocking hidden information about our planet, contributing to efforts in predicting seismic activity, improving weather forecasting, and advancing knowledge of Earth's atmosphere.

earth-science2 years ago

Unveiling Earth's Inner Core: Surprising Textured and Heterogeneous Structure

Researchers from the University of Utah have used seismic waves from earthquakes to study Earth's inner core, a solid metal sphere responsible for the planet's magnetic field. The study reveals that the inner core is not a homogenous mass but rather a textured fabric, with inhomogeneity becoming stronger towards the center of the Earth. This research provides new insights into the formation and evolution of Earth's inner core, which remains a mystery. The findings were made possible by analyzing seismic data recorded by a global network of seismometers and shed light on the deepest reaches of our planet.