Hyperdense Object
If a planet has a core of super-dense material, how might that effect the geological composition of that planet?
Specifically: imagine a lunar-sized planet, with earth-like geology and density. If the center of that planet is a very small mass of super-dense unobtanium that cannot collapse in on itself (think neutron star density. This Super dense material is about 97.3% of earths mass compressed into the size of a shower stall), how would that effect the surrounding layers of this planet?
Would the normally earth-dense layers just flatten against the core and the rest of it become super-dense as well?
Would this planet be able to hold liquid water and an atmosphere?
Thanks for the feedback.
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