lithosphere Flashcards

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what does the lithosphere consist of

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consists of the crust and the upper most part of the mantle

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what is the crust

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this is the thinnest layer made of solid rock and

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what is the mantle

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this is the thickest layer of the earth. rock in the innermost part, closest to the core, is so hot it has partially melted into magma

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what is the core

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this is the innermost part of the earth consisting mainly of iron

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