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Compare the density of the ocean crust and the continental crust. If they were to collide, predict which one would push under the other. Explain.

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The difference between the density of the ocean crust and the continental crust is the fact that the ocean crust is denser than the continental crust. Meaning, the continental crust is likely to push over the oceanic crust considering it has less dense.

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I hope this helps, the last time I learned this was in 5th grade and I am i currently in the 11th grade....

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