A localized zone of melting (commonly thought to be stationary) below the lithosphere is called a(n) ____.
A) orogeny
B) hot spot
C) lava flow
D) chert
E) graywacke

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A hot spot is a localized zone of melting below the lithosphere that is thought to be stationary. Orogeny refers to the process of mountain building, lava flow refers to the movement of magma onto the surface, and chert and graywacke are types of sedimentary rocks.

A Localized Zone of Melting (Commonly Thought to Be Stationary)