Continental crust is ____ than oceanic crust so the oceans cover the oceanic floor rather than the continents.
A)is thinner
B)occupies less surface area
C)is less dense
D)is hotter

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Continental crust is less dense than oceanic crust, which allows it to "float" higher on the mantle compared to the denser oceanic crust. This difference in density is a key reason why oceans cover the oceanic floor rather than the continents.

Continental Crust Is ____ Than Oceanic Crust So the Oceans