Which of the following correctly summarizes the relative composition of the lithosphere with
respect to inorganic and organic material?
A) inorganic >> organic
B) inorganic = organic
C) inorganic << organic
D) There is no organic matter in the lithosphere

A

Explanation:

The lithosphere represents the layer of hardened/solid rock that makes up the hard part of the earth, including the brittle upper portion of the mantle and the crust. The lithosphere is broken into pieces that are referred to as plates. The pieces move to and away from each other in a process known as plate tectonics. The movement of plates accounts for the global locations of volcanoes, earthquakes, and mountain ranges.

The lithosphere is made of largely of inorganic materials known as silicates. The weathering of the solid rocks together with the interaction of living organisms gives rise to soil with an appreciable amount of organic materials.

The correct option is, therefore A.