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What is the plasticity of earth?
While still solid, the asthenosphere is able to flow. The ability of a solid to flow is called plasticity. See "What's the matter?" for an activity to demonstrate plasticity. Since the asthenosphere is more liquid than the rest of the mantle, the broken lithosphere plates are able to "float" on it.
Is lithosphere solid but has the ability to flow?
The lithosphere is solid rock composed of the Earth's crust and uppermost portion of the mantle. While it is mostly solid, under certain conditions and over long periods of time, it can exhibit some degree of flow or deformation due to tectonic forces. This slow movement is known as lithospheric flow or creep.
What is the state of matter of lithosphere?
Solid
Is earths lithosphere a solid liquid or gas?
Lithosphere is solid part of earth .
What are the differences between the lithosphere and the asthenosphere?
The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth that includes the crust and the upper part of the mantle. The asthenosphere is a partially molten, ductile layer below the lithosphere that allows the lithospheric plates to move. The main difference is in their physical properties, with the lithosphere being solid and rigid, while the asthenosphere is more plastic and able to flow.
Is the lithosphere solid or liquid rock?
The Lithosphere is solid rock floating on molten rock.
Is the lithosphere a solid or a liquid?
according to scientists, the lithosphere is solid
Is the athenosphere a solid but able to flow slowly?
yes it is
Part of mantel below lithosphere?
The part of the mantle below the lithosphere is known as the asthenosphere. It is semi-solid and able to flow slowly over geologic time scales. The asthenosphere plays a key role in plate tectonics by allowing the lithospheric plates to move on its surface.
Is located underneath the lithosphere and is composed of semi-solid hot material which flows and softens after being subjected to high pressure and temperature.?
The layer described is the asthenosphere. It is located beneath the lithosphere and is semi-solid with hot material that can flow over geological time scales due to high pressure and temperature. This flow is believed to be responsible for plate tectonics.
What state of mater is lithosphere?
Solid
What state of matter is lithosphere?
Solid
