How do the mass and the density of the mantle compare with the mass and density of Earth’s core?
A.
The mantle’s mass is greater than the core’s mass, but with less density.
B.
The mantle’s mass is less than the core’s mass, but with greater density.
C.
The mantle’s mass is greater than the core’s mass, and with greater density.
D.
The mantle’s mass is less than the core’s mass, and with less density.
The correct answer is C. The mantle's mass is greater than the core's mass, and it also has a greater density. The core is made up of primarily iron and nickel, which gives it a higher density compared to the mantle, which is composed of silicate rocks.
pick either a or b
B.
The mantle’s mass is less than the core’s mass, but with greater density.