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Ocean Crust Is Denser Than Continental Crust Because Ocean Crust

Question 25

Question 25

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Ocean crust is denser than continental crust because ocean crust is ________.


A) composed primarily of basalt
B) composed primarily of granite
C) thicker than continental crust
D) thinner than continental crust

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