The Lithosphere Is the Outer Layer of the Earth Characterized

question 44

Multiple Choice

The lithosphere is the outer layer of the earth characterized by ________.

• A)soft rocks that flow easily
• B)hard rocks that break
• C)layers of both hard and soft rocks
• D)magma

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