Respuesta :

oceanic crust is more dense which makes it subduct and continental crust is less dense which makes it override the oceanic crust during subduction

Answer:

The oceanic crust is made up of basalt while the continental crust is made up of granite.

The oceanic crust is thinner while the continental crust is much thicker.

The oceanic crust is denser than the continental crust.

Explanation:

It could also be:

Oceanic Crust

  • Thinner
  • Mostly basalt
  • Newer
  • Denser

Continental Crust

  • Thicker
  • Older
  • Less dense
  • Mostly granite
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