What is the meliting point of increasing depth below earth surface?

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2026-04-22 16:15

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The melting point of rocks and minerals generally increases with depth below the Earth's surface due to the increase in pressure. The average increase is about 25-30°C per kilometer in depth. This means that at greater depths, higher temperatures are needed to melt rocks and minerals.

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