The lithosphere of Earth is the
A) solid outer layer that is divided into rigid,moving plates.
B) molten outer core,composed of iron and nickel.
C) atmospheric layer between the stratosphere and the thermosphere,where temperature decreases with height.
D) soft layer under the outer crust that allows the rigid crustal plates to move around and collide.

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The lithosphere of Earth refers to the solid outer layer of the planet, which is composed of rigid, moving plates. This layer is divided into several sections which interact with each other along their boundaries, causing geological phenomena such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

The Lithosphere of Earth Is the