Science Café Cleveland presents
How the Earth's Inner Core Formed
September 10, 2018
FEATURING:
James A. Van Orman & Steven A. Hauck II
James A. Van Orman, Professor & Chair, Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences, Case Western Reserve University
Steven A. Hauck, II, Professor, Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences, Case Western Reserve University
EVENT INFORMATION:
While much attention is focused on the mysteries of deep space, there is an equally intriguing mystery closer to home, but in the opposite direction: deep underground. There is much that we do not know about what lies beneath our feet, under the Earth's crust... and many unanswered questions!
One particular mystery arose about 80 years ago, when it was discovered that Earth has a small, solid nugget of iron at its center—the inner core. Explaining how the inner core "seeded" and grew turns out to be surprisingly difficult. In our September Science Café, we will discuss these issues, how they relate to Earth's magnetic field, and what they might mean for other planetary bodies.
LINKS OF INTEREST:
"Do we really know how Earth’s inner core formed?" The Daily | February 15, 2018
"Inge Lehmann: Discoverer of the Earth's Inner Core" American Museum of Natural History
"How we know what lies at Earth's core" BBC Earth | August 13, 2015
CLEVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK PICKS:
If the discussion topic for this month's Science Cafe has the gears turning and you are interested in continuing your quest for information, click here for just a small sample of what's available at the Cleveland Public Library on the subject and/or related topics.
EVENT DETAILS:
WHERE:
The Music Box Supper Club - Concert Hall
1148 Main Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
WHEN:
September 10, 2018
Doors will be open 5:30 - 9:00 PM (last call at 8:45PM). Presentation and discussion is 7:00 - 8:00 PM. The Concert Hall will also host a limited menu before and during the event, not to mention a full bar! (Click here to view menu). Come early, get a good seat, grab a bite and a beverage, and enjoy the discussion!
WHO:
Sponsored by Case Western Reserve University chapter of Sigma Xi, WCPN ideastream, and the Music Box Supper Club.
