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Explain why a decrease in pressure will trigger the meaning of rocks in the mantle?​

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Melting in the mantle can also occur if there is a sufficient drop in pressure in the system at a given temperature. In order to decrease pressure, mantle rocks must rise to shallower levels, while experiencing a minimal loss of heat to the surroundings.

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