Oceanic Crust Is Denser Than Continental Crust Because ____

question 43

Multiple Choice

Oceanic crust is denser than continental crust because ____.

• A)continental crust stands at a higher altitude
• B)oceanic crust is rich in silica
• C)oceanic crust is compressed at convergent boundaries
• D)water pressure from the oceans makes oceanic crust thinner
• E)oceanic crust is rich in iron- and magnesium-containing minerals

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