Which of the following statements about Earth's core is false?
A) It is composed primarily of iron.
B) The inner core is believed to be liquid and the outer core solid.
C) Temperatures in the core reach several thousand degrees.
D) Temperatures and pressures are higher in the inner core than in the outer core.

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The inner core of the Earth is believed to be solid due to the extreme pressure causing the iron to be compressed into a solid state, while the outer core is believed to be liquid.

Which of the Following Statements About Earth's Core Is False