A study reveals that the oldest continental crust on Earth is slowly being broken up by shifting tectonic forces.

Scientists have discovered a rhythmic pulse beneath Africa’s surface.

Continental crust is also less dense than oceanic crust, though it is considerably thicker; mostly 35 to 40 km versus the average oceanic thickness of around 7-10 km.

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