In which parts of Earths crust (oceanic and/or continental crust) do we find the two common igneous
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In which parts of Earth’s crust (oceanic and/or continental crust) do we find the two common igneous rocks, basalt and granite?
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Conceptual Physical Science
ISBN: 978-0134060491
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Authors: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt
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