Multiple Choice
The mantle can be separated into two different portions-the lower mantle and the upper mantle. The lower mantle is
A) completely solid due to extreme pressure that prevents rocks from melting.
B) composed of putty that flows like molasses.
C) rigid and cannot flow.
D) predominantly liquid.
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