Which one of the following statements about the crust is NOT true?
A)Continental rocks are compositionally different than oceanic rocks.
B)It is thickest where prominent mountains exist.
C)It is the thinnest of the major subdivisions.
D)Oceanic crust is enriched in potassium, sodium, and silicon.

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Oceanic crust is actually depleted in potassium, sodium, and silicon compared to continental crust. It is made up of mostly basaltic rocks, while continental crust is composed of lighter, granitic rocks.

Which One of the Following Statements About the Crust Is