In addition to the dominant iron and nickle, the core is thought to contain__________ .
A) minor amounts of oxygen, silicon and sulphur
B) minor amounts of heavy metals such as gold, lead, and uranium
C) major amounts of oxygen, silicon and sulphur
D) large resources of diamonds

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The core of the Earth is thought to contain minor amounts of oxygen, silicon, and sulfur in addition to the dominant elements of iron and nickel. These lighter elements may have been incorporated into the core during the planet's formation.

In Addition to the Dominant Iron and Nickle, the Core