How can Earths inner core be solid iron if it is like the temperature of the sun?

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Today I read a story in the WP relating to the rotation of earths “solid” inner iron core. I looked it up from a different source that confirmed it is solid as opposed to liquid. How can it be so hot and not be molten? Thank you!

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The pressure and force exerted on an object can change its melting point. The gravitational force and weight on top is immense, thus its a solid.

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