Question

which statement describes a difference between the lower mantle and oceanic crust? the lower mantle is closer to earths surface than oceanic crust is. the lower mantle is found closer to sea level than oceanic crust is. the lower mantle experiences more pressure than oceanic crust does. the lower mantle has a more tarry consistency than oceanic crust does.

Explanation:

• The lower mantle is deeper within the Earth than the oceanic crust. As depth increases, pressure increases. So, the lower mantle, being deeper, experiences more pressure than the oceanic crust.
• The oceanic crust is closer to the Earth's surface and sea - level compared to the lower mantle. The oceanic crust is solid and not tarry (the asthenosphere, part of the upper mantle, has a more plastic - like or “tarry” consistency in some ways compared to the rigid crust).

Answer:

The lower mantle experiences more pressure than oceanic crust does.