What is the thickness of the crust under the mountainous areas and in particular

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What is the thickness of the crust under the mountainous areas and in particular the Himalayas?

Options:

A . 50-55 km

B . 60-65 km

C . 70-75 km

D . 30-35 km

Answer: Option C
Answer: (c).70-75 km

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