Which statement is true about continental crust?
A) It is composed of granitic-type rock and has a higher density than oceanic crust.
B) It is composed of basaltic-type rock and has a higher density than oceanic crust.
C) It is composed of granitic-type rock and has a lower density than oceanic crust.
D) It is composed of basaltic-type rock and has a lower density than oceanic crust.
E) It is composed of granitic-type rock and has the same density as oceanic crust.
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