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Crust
01
the outermost layer of the Earth, consisting of solid rock and divided into the continental crust and the oceanic crust
02
the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties
03
a hard outer layer that covers something
to crust
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to form a hard outer layer or covering on the surface of something, often as a result of baking, drying, or cooling
crust
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crustal
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crustal
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crustlike
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crustlike
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crusty
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crusty
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Example
The Earth's crust is rich in minerals and resources, influencing human activities such as mining and construction.
The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth's structure and is subject to dynamic geological processes over long periods.
The Earth's crust is divided into tectonic plates that move and interact, leading to phenomena like earthquakes and volcanic activity.
The study of the Earth's crust, known as geology, provides insights into the planet's history, evolution, and the processes shaping its surface.
The lithosphere, encompassing the crust and uppermost part of the mantle, is broken into rigid plates that float on the semi-fluid asthenosphere.
