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Plate tectonics is a scientific theory that describes the large scale motions of Earth's lithosphere, Which one among the following statements regarding Plate tectonics is not correct?

A) Tectonic plates are composed of Oceanic lithosphere and thicker Continental lithosphere
B) Tectonic plates are able to move because the Earth's lithosphere has a higher strength than the underlying asthenosphere
C) The Earth's lithosphere is broken up into Tectonic plates
D) Along divergent plate boundaries, subduction carries plates into the mantle

Correct Answer:




D) Along divergent plate boundaries, subduction carries plates into the mantle

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