Question

the earths crust. *
lithosphere
atmosphere
hydrosphere
biosphere

Explanation:

The lithosphere consists of the Earth's crust and the uppermost part of the mantle. The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, the hydrosphere is all the water on Earth's surface, and the biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems. The Earth's crust is part of the lithosphere.

Answer:

A. Lithosphere