The Gutenberg Discontinuity separates which two layers of the Earth? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Gutenberg Discontinuity separates which two layers of the Earth?
A. Mantle and Outer Core
B. Outer Core and Inner Core
C. Crust and Mantle
D. Upper Mantle and Lower Mantle
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Gutenberg Discontinuity marks the boundary between the mantle and the outer core at a depth of about 2900 km.

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