Earth's structure: What is the name of the layer immediately below the Earth's crust? Identify the correct mantle subdivision directly under the crust. Choose the correct option.
General Knowledge
World Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AOuter core
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BInner core
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CInner mantle
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DOuter mantle
Answer
Correct Answer: Outer mantle
Explanation
Given data
- Layer directly beneath the crust is sought.
Concept/ApproachImmediately below the crust lies the upper (outer) mantle, part of the lithosphere/asthenosphere system, not the core.
Final AnswerOuter mantle