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Q · Internal Structure of The EarthMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements about the asthenosphere: It lies below the lithosphere. It is completely solid and rigid.Which of these is/are correct?
TopicInternal Structure of The Earth
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Statement 1 is true; Statement 2 is wrong as it’s partially molten and plastic.
Final Answer: Option A - 1 only