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Question
There are two layers in the crust.
Options
Inner and outer crust
Continental and oceanic crust
Surface and oceanic crust
Mantle and Core
MCQ
Solution
Continental and oceanic crust
Explanation:
The crust is the outermost layer of the earth’s surface. It exists in a solid state. It is classified into two layers based on chemical composition. The continental crust is made up of silica and aluminium, whereas, the oceanic crust is made up of silica and magnesium.
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Continental crust is made up of silica and magnesium.
