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What type of material is found in the asthenosphere?

A. An incompressible fluid of molten rock
B. Solid rock
C. A viscoelastic fluid of molten rock
D. A mixture of magma and superheated water



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Final answer:

The asthenosphere is a mechanically weak layer below the lithosphere that is solid but capable of flow, impacting plate movements.


Explanation:

The asthenosphere is a layer below the lithosphere. It is characterized by its ability to flow and move due to being mechanically weak. This layer plays a crucial role in plate tectonics and is solid but exhibits plastic behavior.


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