3 years ago

Why is the oceanic crust more dense than the continental crust?

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Ronch [10]3 years ago

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Answer: A It's made of iron and magnesium

Explanation: Oceanic crust is denser because it generally melts to a higher fraction than continental crust. When rocks melt some minerals melt before others. Generally lighter minerals melt before denser ones.

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