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Where is the asthenosphere located? (Select all that apply.) Right below the crust In the lower mantle. In the upper mantle. Right above the crust.

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Right below the crust.

The Earth has many different spheres from the inside towards the outer side. A few of them are Hydrosphere, Lithosphere, Asthenosphere and Mesosphere. The different spheres define various structures and factors of the planet's structure.

The asthenosphere is located in the upper mantle.

What is asthenosphere ?

  • It is an upper layer of the mantle with a low resistance to flow and is a highly dense and ductile sphere.

  • Below the 80-200 km of the lithosphere, this layer is found in a weak mechanical strength and is formed of slush like solid materials. It plays a major role in tectonic plate movements and convection occurs in these regions.

Thus, option c. the upper mantle is the correct option.

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