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how does the density of oceanic crust differ from that of continental crust? why is this difference important

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Oceanic crust is often made out of rock called basalt. It's quite dense, with its density being 3.0 g/cm^3. Continental Crust often contains granite, and is less dense- about 2.7 g/cm^3.



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