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    What is the temperature at the outer core?

    Approximately 5500 K.

    How does the pressure change from the upper mantle to the lower mantle?

    Pressure increases significantly, from 10-4 GPa to 24 GPa.

    What defines the asthenosphere?

    It is characterized by its ability to flow due to high temperatures.

    What is the depth of the inner core?

    It reaches up to 6371 km.

    How does the temperature of the inner core compare to the outer core?

    The inner core is hotter, at about 5500 K.

    What happens to the state of material in the outer core?

    It is in a liquid state.

    What is the pressure at the core-mantle boundary (CMBR)?

    Approximately 136 GPa.

    What distinguishes the lower mantle from the upper mantle?

    The lower mantle has higher pressure and temperature.

    What is the temperature at the core-mantle boundary?

    About 4300 K.

    What is the pressure at the transition zone?

    It is around 410 GPa.