Neptune has a core made up of what

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Neptune's core is primarily composed of molten nickel, iron, sulfur, and is surrounded by less dense molten silicates, which are essentially rock. The discussion highlights the initial guess of molten rock and confirms that the core consists of a mixture of these elements, emphasizing the presence of water ice and rock as well.
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Neptune has a core made up of _______
 
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Molten Rock?
 
Originally posted by BoulderHead
Molten Rock?

More specific
 
You mean I actually guessed close?

Cool !

I think I'll have to be satisfied with nearly getting it right (Unless google searches aren't considered cheating, that is).
 
water ice
and rock
 
Molten nickel, iron, sulphur bounded by the less dense molten silicates (rock).
 
Originally posted by GENIERE
molten silicates (rock).
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