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In which layer of the Earth do convection currents drive plate tectonics?

A. Lithosphere
B. Asthenosphere
C. Inner core
D. Outer core

Explanation:

Asthenosphere has plastic flow enabling tectonic plate movement. Lithosphere is rigid plates, cores are metallic, though outer core also has convection but not for plate motion.

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