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Which of these plates are composed mostly of oceanic crust? [Select all that apply.] Option 1: Eurasian Plate Option 2: Pacific Plate Option 3: African Plate Option 4: South American Plate

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Answer:

Most tectonic plates are composed of both oceanic and continental crust. The Pacific Plate,

Step-by-step explanation:

Oceanic crust, which is basaltic, is thinner than continental crust. Continental crust, which granitic, is more buoyant than oceanic crust.

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