What is the lithosphere?
Earth's Interior

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The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, consisting of the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle.
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What state of matter is the asthenosphere?
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The asthenosphere is solid but bendable, allowing for the movement of tectonic plates.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the outer core?
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The outer core is a liquid layer of the Earth located beneath the mantle and above the inner core, responsible for generating Earth's magnetic field.
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What is the continental crust?
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The continental crust is the thick part of the Earth's crust that forms the continents, composed mainly of granite.
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What are seismic waves?
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Seismic waves are waves of energy that travel through the Earth, often generated by earthquakes, and are used to study the Earth's interior.
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What is the difference between the lithosphere and the asthenosphere?
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The lithosphere is rigid and includes the crust and upper mantle, while the asthenosphere is semi-fluid and allows for tectonic movement.
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What is the state of matter of the inner core?
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The inner core is solid, composed mainly of iron and nickel, and is extremely hot.
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