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lithosphere

/ˈlɪθəsfɪər/ noun · British & US
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What does lithosphere mean?

noun

The outer solid layer of the Earth, including the crust and the uppermost part of the mantle.

Example

"The geologist studied the lithosphere to understand the Earth's tectonic activity."

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