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What is the mantle composed of?

The mantle is composed primarily of silicate minerals , with smaller amounts of iron , magnesium , calcium , en aluminium .

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

* peridotiet: This is the most common rock type in the mantle, consisting mainly of olivine and pyroxene.

* olivine: A silicate mineral rich in magnesium and iron.

* pyroxene: A group of silicate minerals with various compositions, including calcium, aluminum, and sodium.

* Andere mineralen: The mantle also contains trace amounts of other minerals, such as garnet, spinel, and amphibole.

Important to note:

* The mantle is not a uniform layer. Its composition and structure vary with depth.

* The upper mantle is generally less dense than the lower mantle, and the pressure and temperature increase with depth.

* The mantle is mostly solid, but it can flow slowly over geological time scales due to the intense heat and pressure. This flow is responsible for plate tectonics.

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