Earth Iron Formation Infographic (IMAGE) University of Texas at Austin Caption This is an infographic describing theories on how the Earth got its iron. Credit Designed by Laura Martin/The University of Texas at Austin Jackson School of Geosciences. Images 1 and 2 from NASA/JPL-Caltech, Image 3 from X-Science, Earth from NASA/JPL. Usage Restrictions Credit source License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.