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Lithosphere

Definition (noun): The rigid outer part of the earth, consisting of the crust and upper mantle.

Example Sentence: The lithosphere is divided into large tectonic plates that constantly move and interact with each other.

Definition (noun): The outer layer of a celestial body, such as a planet or moon.

Example Sentence: The lithosphere of Mars is thought to contain valuable information about the planet's geological history.

Definition (noun): The lithosphere can also refer to the solid, rocky portion of a planet or moon.

Example Sentence: The Apollo missions collected valuable samples from the lithosphere of the Moon.

Definition (adjective): Relating to or affecting the lithosphere.

Example Sentence: The lithospheric movements cause earthquakes and form mountain ranges.

Definition (adjective): Pertaining to the physical land surface rather than the atmosphere or oceans.

Example Sentence: Geologists study the lithospheric processes to understand the Earth's landforms.

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