What is the difference between the lithosphere and the crust? a) The lithosphere is made of crust. The crust contains the upper mantle.
b) The lithosphere is characterized by its physical state (solid) while the crust is characterized by its composition (mostly oxygen, aluminum, and silicon).
c) Lithosphere is made up of iron and nickel. The crust is made of garlic bread.
d) The lithosphere is liquid. The crust is hot.