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Using Airy's hypothesis, calculate the thickness of the root beneath a 4km high mountain in isostatic equilibrium with a 40km thick continental crust of density 2800kg/m³ and a mantle of density 3300kg/m³. Express your answer in km. (Round off to one decimal place)

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Correct Answer: 22.4

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The correct answer is: 22.4 or 22.4(approx.)

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