Which of the following processes would most likely yield a granitic magma?
A)partial melting of subducted oceanic crust and sediments
B)partial melting of the continental crust
C)partial melting of the core
D)partial melting of the upper mantle

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Granitic magma is typically produced by the partial melting of continental crust, which is rich in silica and aluminum, the main components of granite.

Which of the Following Processes Would Most Likely Yield a Granitic