The thin, outer layer of Earth, from 7 to 40 km in thickness, is called the _______________.
A) core
B) crust
C) lithosphere
D) mantle

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The crust is the thin, outermost layer of Earth that ranges from 7 to 40 km in thickness. The core is located at the center of the Earth and the mantle is located between the crust and the core. The lithosphere includes the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle and extends to a depth of about 100 km. However, the thickness of the lithosphere varies depending on the location and type of tectonic activity.

The Thin, Outer Layer of Earth, from 7 to 40