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Is it true or false that the asthenosphere floats on the lithosphere?
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∙ 10y ago
Because of something called Isostacy-the gravitational equilibrium between lithosphere and asthenosphere, such that plates "float" at an elevation that dependes on the thickness and density. EX. Think floating ice cubes
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y agoNo. The Asthenosphere is the layer below the Lithosphere within the Earth.
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∙ 14y agoNo. The lithosphere, which is the solid crust we live on, is thought to float on top of the asthenosphere.
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∙ 13y agoThe asthenosphere isbelow the lithosphere, so in other words you were correct.
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∙ 11y agoyes, exactly. On top of the mantle, right below the crust
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∙ 9y agoNo. The lithosphere moves over the asthenosphere.
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∙ 13y agoYes it does.
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∙ 10y agoFalse
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∙ 11y agoyes
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Weather is the current state of the lithosphere true or false?
false
True or false The lithosphere includes all of the core and part of the mantle?
True
Is true or false oceanic lithosphere is created at divergent boundaries?
Yes; at divergent/constructive boundaries, plates move apart and new oceanic lithosphere forms.
True or false the asthenosphere is not considered solid because it can bend like plastic?
False - the asthenosphere is a solid that deforms in a ductile fashion - it undergoes permanent plastic deformations. Further information: The statement must be false. Plastic is a solid, so if something is going to be considered a non-solid, it cannot be like a solid. Whether or not the asthenosphere is solid, one cannot argue that it is non-solid as a result of it having a characteristic of plastic.
How thick is the asthenophere?
The asthenosphere (or low-velocity zone) is believed to be about 200 kilometers (120 miles) thick. The layers of rock that make up the asthenosphere are thought to be partially melted and hotter than those in the lithosphere. If this were true, it would explain why the asthenosphere might also have less surface integrity, making it a possible source for the generation of new magma.
Weather is the current state of the lithosphere true or false?
false
True or false magma forms in the lithosphere?
False. It forms in the Athenosphere!!
When an object floats on water there is no gravity acting on it is that true or false?
False.
True or false The lithosphere includes all of the core and part of the mantle?
True
Is true or false oceanic lithosphere is created at divergent boundaries?
Yes; at divergent/constructive boundaries, plates move apart and new oceanic lithosphere forms.
What Oil floats on water because it is denser true or false?
Oil floats on water because water is denser than oil.
Movement of lithospheric plates allows for the formation of volcanoes true or false?
Convection current occurs due to the difference in densities
True or false the asthenosphere is not considered solid because it can bend like plastic?
False - the asthenosphere is a solid that deforms in a ductile fashion - it undergoes permanent plastic deformations. Further information: The statement must be false. Plastic is a solid, so if something is going to be considered a non-solid, it cannot be like a solid. Whether or not the asthenosphere is solid, one cannot argue that it is non-solid as a result of it having a characteristic of plastic.
How thick is the asthenophere?
The asthenosphere (or low-velocity zone) is believed to be about 200 kilometers (120 miles) thick. The layers of rock that make up the asthenosphere are thought to be partially melted and hotter than those in the lithosphere. If this were true, it would explain why the asthenosphere might also have less surface integrity, making it a possible source for the generation of new magma.
Is earthquakes a result when forces push tectonic plates along faults in earth's lithosphere true or false?
I have the same question but its false it in my course 2 science textbook. I hope this helps and i dont know what forces plates along faults in earths lithosphere sorry!
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Where is the asthenosphere located on earth?
The Earth's asthenosphere starts at depths of around 100 to 200 km below the surface and extends down to around 700 km. This is part of the upper mantle.Directly below the lithosphere. The asthenosphere is located between 100-350 km below the surface of the Earth. The Asthenosphere is a ductile yet solid layer located inthe upper mantle.in the upper mantle
