The bottom part of the mantle is not molten primarily due to the immense pressure exerted by the overlying layers of the Earth. This pressure raises the melting point of the mantle materials, causing them to remain solid despite the high temperatures. Additionally, the mantle is composed of silicate minerals that have high melting points, which further contributes to its solid state in the lower mantle.
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