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    The Estimated Average Geothermal Gradient in the Mantle Is
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The Estimated Average Geothermal Gradient in the Mantle Is

Question 36

Question 36

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The estimated average geothermal gradient in the mantle is:


A) 10 ° C/km.
B) 5 ° C/km.
C) 1 ° C/km.
D) −2 ° C/km.
E) −5 ° C/km.

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