The Layer of Rock Immediately Below the Lithosphere Is Called

question 44

Multiple Choice

The layer of rock immediately below the lithosphere is called the

• A) outer core.
• B) asthenosphere.
• C) Moho.
• D) lower mantle.

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Definitions:

Equilibrium Level

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