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  • Continental vs. Oceanic Crust: Composition, Thickness & Density
    The two types of crust that make up continents and oceans are:

    * Continental crust: This is thicker and less dense than oceanic crust. It is made up of a variety of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, and is primarily composed of granite.

    * Oceanic crust: This is thinner and denser than continental crust. It is primarily made up of basalt and gabbro, which are dark-colored, fine-grained igneous rocks.

    These two types of crust differ in their composition, thickness, and density, which contributes to their distinct features and roles in the Earth's structure.

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