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Which of the following types of crust is thicker and less dense?
2. Which of the following types of crust is thicker and less dense?
- Continental crust
- Oceanic crust
- Both A and B
- None of the above
Answer
The correct answer is: A) Continental crust
Explanation
The continental crust is thicker and less dense than the oceanic crust. The continental crust is situated beneath the continents and is 30-50 kilometers (18-31 miles) thick.