During a journey to the center of Earth, one would experience temperature __________ and pressure __________ .
A)increasing; increasing
B)decreasing; decreasing
C)increasing; staying nearly the same
D)remaining remarkably constant; increasing

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As one travels towards the center of the Earth, the temperature increases due to the heat generated by the radioactive decay of elements in the Earth's core. Additionally, the pressure also increases due to the weight of the overlying rock and other materials. Therefore, the correct choice is A, where both temperature and pressure increase.

During a Journey to the Center of Earth, One Would