Exploring Earth's Crust

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What are the two kinds of crust?

The two kinds of crust are oceanic crust and continental crust.

What are the characteristics of oceanic crust?

Oceanic crust is denser, thinner, and younger than continental crust.

What are the characteristics of continental crust?

Continental crust is less dense, thicker, and older than oceanic crust.

What is the definition of a tectonic plate?

A tectonic plate is a large, rigid piece of the Earth's lithosphere that moves and interacts with other plates.

What are the three main types of plate boundaries?

The three main types of plate boundaries are convergent boundaries, divergent boundaries, and transform boundaries.

What is the driving force behind plate tectonics?

The driving force behind plate tectonics is the movement of heat in the Earth's interior, which causes convection currents in the mantle.

Discover the world beneath our feet with this quiz on the two kinds of crust. Test your knowledge on the characteristics of oceanic crust and continental crust. Dive into the depths and uncover the secrets of these geological wonders!

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