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31 January, 10:58

Why does cool rock material sink when convection takes place in the mantle

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  1. 31 January, 11:09
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    Because cool materials are denser than hot materials; think like warm fronts and cool fronts when warm air rises. It does not contain as much energy as warm materials and therefore cannot be lifted as high, much like a hot air balloon.
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