What is the main process by which heat flows upward through the lithosphere?

A) conduction
B) convection
C) radiation
D) accretion
E) differentiation


A) conduction

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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which of the following is a possible the distance from the person to the other speaker? The sound speed in the room is 340 m/s. A) 7.7 m B) 8.1 m C) 8.4 m D) 9.1 m

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