The metal alloy that makes up the core of the Earth is ________,as compared to the rocky mantle.
A) less dense
B) denser
C) very similar in chemistry and density
D) distinct in chemistry but of very similar density

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The metal alloy that makes up the core of the Earth is denser than the rocky mantle. The core is primarily composed of iron and nickel, which are both dense metals, while the mantle is made up of less dense rocks such as silicates.

The Metal Alloy That Makes Up the Core of the Earth