Why is there a difference in the number of faults involved at transform boundaries in the ocean and those on continents?
A) Continental crust is weaker than oceanic crust.
B) The oceanic crust has a more crystalline rock composition.
C) The weight of the water equalizes the pressure on the oceanic crust.
D) Plates have more room to move in the ocean than on continents.
Answer: A
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