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  • Earth's Crust Composition: What Rocks Will You Find?
    If you were to tunnel into the Earth's crust, the type of rock you'd find would depend on where you were digging:

    * Continental Crust: You'd most likely find igneous rocks like granite, rhyolite, and basalt. These rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

    * Oceanic Crust: The most common rock here is basalt, a dark-colored igneous rock.

    Here's a more detailed breakdown:

    * Upper Crust: This layer is primarily composed of sedimentary rocks like sandstone, limestone, and shale, which are formed from the accumulation and cementation of sediments. These are often found on the surface, but the upper crust also contains some igneous and metamorphic rocks.

    * Lower Crust: This layer is dominated by metamorphic rocks, like gneiss and schist, which are formed when existing rocks are transformed by heat and pressure. You might also find some igneous rocks that have been intruded into the lower crust.

    It's important to remember that the Earth's crust is a complex and diverse environment, with different types of rocks found in various locations.

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