The options for the question are:
a) Core
b) Mantle
c) Asthenosphere
d) Lithosphere
The correct answer is Lithosphere. Lithosphere is defined as hard outer part of the Earth that contains Crust and somewhat upper portion of the Mantle. The Earth's crust is made up Tectonic Plates which are in constant state of motion. So from the given options, Lithosphere is the correct answer.
I believe all of the anwers apply.
The 'fewer natural resources" is applicable assuming they are currently depleting their natural resources.
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Much of the X-ray and UV radiation from the Sun is absorbed in the thermosphere. When the Sun is very active and emitting more high energy radiation, the thermosphere gets hotter and expands or "puffs up".
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