What would cause continental crust to become thinner in mountainous regions?
A) erosion, isostatic uplift, and further erosion
B) volcanic eruptions
C) subduction of continental crust beneath oceanic crust
D) extension and contraction of asthenosphere

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In mountainous regions, erosion removes material from the surface, leading to isostatic uplift as the crust adjusts to the reduced weight. This uplift exposes more material to erosion, causing the crust to become thinner over time.

What Would Cause Continental Crust to Become Thinner in Mountainous