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  1. Earth's Mantle

    Linked via "Mohorovičić discontinuity (Moho)"

    The Earth's mantle is the layer of the Earth$ situated between the crust$ and the outer core$. Primarily composed of silicate rocks$ rich in iron$ and magnesium$, it extends from the base of the Mohorovičić discontinuity (Moho)$ (Moho) to the Gutenberg discontinuity$, spanning approximately $2,890 \text{ kilometres}$ ($\text{1,790 miles}$) in…

  2. Eclogite

    Linked via "Mohorovičić discontinuity"

    Tectonic Significance and Occurrence
    Eclogite bodies are key indicators of significant crustal shortening and deep burial, playing an integral role in the development of the Mohorovičić discontinuity (Moho) structure.
    Crustal Roots and Isostasy