Earth's Interior
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Earth's 'Hum' Helps Probe Planet's Interior
By Charles Q. Choi published
Ambient noise generated by the planet sheds light on its inner layers.

Earth's Carbon Mostly in Its Core
By Live Science Staff published
World's biggest carbon reservoir at center of the Earth, according to new computer model.

How Earth's Outer Layers Wander Back and Forth
By Charles Q. Choi published
When Earth's outer layers wander, its bulge may snap them back into place.

Expedition Aims to Map Deep Magma-Plume
By Charles Q. Choi published
Jet of magma may have fueled volcanism that contributed to dinosaurs' demise.

Shell Game: Earth's Wandering Outer Layers Mystify
By Charles Q. Choi published
Computer models and rock records used to track "true polar wander."

Tectonic Shoving Match Formed Caribbean Island Arc
By Live Science Staff published
The study could help predict earthquakes in the area in the future.

Why Earth's Magnetic Field Is Wonky
By Becky Oskin published
Scientists have wondered why the magnetic and geographic North Poles don't match up.

Deep Underground, Water Pierces Solid Rock
By Douglas Main published
Super-heated water in Earth's mantle can travel through rock quicker than thought.
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