lithosphere meaning

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lithosphere (noun): the solid part of the earth consisting of the crust and outer mantle.

Definition of lithosphere

the solid part of the earth consisting of the crust and outer mantle
Synonyms: geosphere
Type of: layer

lithosphere in a sentence

The earth's crust can also be called the lithosphere.

Scrabble score: 19 (letter breakdown)

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