Q. With reference to the asthenosphere, consider the following statements:

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 and 2 only

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2 only

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1 and 3 only

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1, 2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is D 1, 2 and 3
Explanation:

All of the above statements are correct.

The asthenosphere is a semi-solid or semi-molten, soft and fluid layer. It is found below the lithosphere, between approximately 80 and 200 km below the earth’s surface. It is responsible for driving plate tectonics motion. The lithospheric plates are hard, rigid shells and sit on top of the asthenosphere. The asthenosphere rides them like a conveyor belt transporting them slowly from one place to another.

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