The Asthenosphere Is Considered the Low- Velocity Zone Because

question 14

Multiple Choice

The asthenosphere is considered the low- velocity zone because:

• A) seismic waves travel more slowly through it than through any other region in the Earth's interior.
• B) seismic waves travel more slowly through it than through other parts of the mantle.
• C) in this thin layer of mantle, P- wave velocity is slower than in the crust.
• D) circulation of material within asthenosphere convection currents moves extremely slowly.

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