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luvbio

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How does slope orientation affect soil development? (Hint: Which slopes receive the most sunlight?)
 
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Using the order of crystallization on the Bowen's reaction Series, rate the resistance of silicate minerals to chemical weathering. In other words, which mineral(s) weather first and why? And last?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: South-facing slopes receive more sunlight than north-facing slopes, which can affect soil temperature and moisture.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Olivine, which forms at high temperature and high-pressure conditions, is less stable in surface conditions and will therefore weather first. Quartz, forming at low temperature and low pressure conditions similar to those at the surface, is more resistant to weathering and will weather last.


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