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Why is the asthenosphere rocks mostly molten?

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Why is the asthenosphere rocks mostly molten?

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Due to the temperature and pressure.

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The temperature and pressure of the asthenosphere are so high that rocks soften and partly melt, becoming semi-molten

Nick Constantine answered Jun 11, 2020

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