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Lithosphere
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the Earth's rigid outer layer, made up of the crust and upper mantle, and divided into tectonic plates
lithosphere
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The lithosphere contains diverse geological features, from vast mountain ranges to deep ocean trenches.
Oceanic lithosphere is denser than continental lithosphere, leading to differences in elevation.
The lithosphere includes the Earth's continental crust, forming the solid ground beneath our feet.
The lithosphere is crucial for supporting Earth's diverse ecosystems, providing a foundation for life.
The lithosphere is in constant motion, with plates drifting and interacting over geological time scales.
