Question

Select the correct answer from the list.(2 points)
The age of material on a tectonic plate depends in part on what type of crust it is composed of.
tends to be younger because it is continually produced at the
and then recycled. On the other hand,
tends to be older because it can often remain intact for longer periods.

Answer 1

Oceanic crust tends to be younger because it is continually produced at mid‑ocean ridges (spreading centers) and then recycled (subducted). On the other hand, continental crust tends to be older.