Physics GCSE
solid inner core
What solid inner core means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of solid inner core
Check what you remember
Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain solid inner core in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: AQA
The part of the core revealed by faint refracted P-wave arrivals inside the shadow.
Topics that use solid inner core
Related terms
- absorption contrast
- change of speed
- compressions and rarefactions
- detection and exploration
- echo pulses
- echo timing
- halving the path
- how science works
Using solid inner core in the exam
Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.
Practise Physics questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
Start free
All Physics GCSE termsA week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge