what is difference between oceanic crust and continental crust ?
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The crust is the outer layer of the Earth. It is the solid rock layer upon which we live. Continental crust is typically 30-50 km thick, whilst oceanic crust is only 5-10 km thick. Oceanic crust is denser, can be subducted and is constantly being destroyed and replaced at plate boundaries.
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The oceanic crust is mainly made out of dark basalt rocks that are rich in minerals and substances like silicon and magnesium. By contrast, the continental crust is made up of light-colored granite rocks full of substances like oxygen and silicon. ... The continental crust is older than the oceanic crust
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