Question

Every year, the lithospheric plates of the Earth move by a _______________.

• A. few millimetres
• B. few centimetres
• C. few feet
• D. few metres

Answer 1

The correct option is A few millimetres

The lithosphere is divided into several pieces, which are called lithospheric plates. These lithospheric plates move over a span of time and cause changes to the surface of the Earth. This movement of lithospheric plates is extremely slow. They move just a few millimeters per year.