asthenosphere
Pronunciation
/ɐsθˈɛnəsfˌɪɹ/

Definition & Meaning of "asthenosphere"in English

Asthenosphere
01

a layer of semi-fluid rock beneath the Earth's crust that allows tectonic plates to move

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
asthenospheres
Examples
The asthenosphere's flow allows for the movement of tectonic plates, contributing to Earth's dynamic crustal activity.
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