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Tatiana [17]
2 years ago
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Why does a continental crust rise above an oceanic crust when the two meet? A. It is denser. B. It is less dense. C. They are of

equal density but the continental crust moves faster. D. They are of equal density but the continental crust moves slower.
Geography
2 answers:
maw [93]2 years ago
8 0

Answer:

B. It is  less dense

Explanation:

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Assoli18 [71]2 years ago
3 0
Because continental crust<span> is less dense than </span>oceanic crust. So your answer would be choice B. It is less dense.

I hope this helps and have a great rest of the day! :)
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