The Lithosphere Rides on Top of the Asthenosphere

question 59

Multiple Choice

The lithosphere rides on top of the asthenosphere.Lithospheric movement causes

• A)earthquakes,volcanic activity,and mountain building activity.
• B)the subduction of continental crust under oceanic crust.
• C)hot-spot activity as found in Hawaii.
• D)widespread destruction.

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Definitions:

Nasal Mucosa

The moist, protective lining inside the nose that helps filter, warm, and moisturize the air we breathe, and is also involved in immune responses.

Epistaxis

Medical term for nosebleed, the common occurrence of bleeding from the nose.

Vertical Fissures

Long, narrow cracks or splits oriented vertically on a surface or structure, often referring to skin or geological formations.

Dehydration

A condition resulting from excessive loss of body water, leading to impaired body functions.