An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics · Problem 20.9

The Formation of Planetary Systems — Carroll & Ostlie

Physics — Astrophysics · hydrostatic-equilibrium-earth-center-pressure

Problem

Using the equation of hydrostatic equilibrium (Eq. 10.6), estimate the pressure at the center of Earth. Detailed computer simulations suggest that the central pressure is 3.7×1063.7 \times 10^6 atm.

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