This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Why do silicate ions cement into quartz as they rise toward the surface? A) The pressure ... (Read 69 times)

V@ndy87

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 571
on: Jul 16, 2018
Why do silicate ions cement into quartz as they rise toward the surface?
 
  A) The pressure decreases.
  B) The temperature decreases.
  C) They come into contact with the other ions they need to precipitate.
  D) They get access to air as they near the surface.

Question 2

Why is calcite such a common sedimentary cementing material?
 
  A) Calcite precipitates and forms cement readily at depth due to elevated temperatures.
  B) Calcite is very common.
  C) Calcite dissolves in water faster than halite does.
  D) Calcite is the most abundant material in the earth's crust.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

katieost

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 358
Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


V@ndy87

  • Member
  • Posts: 571
Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Gracias!

hramirez205

  • Member
  • Posts: 345
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The effects of organophosphate poisoning are referred to by using the abbreviations “SLUD” or “SLUDGE,” It stands for: salivation, lacrimation, urination, defecation, GI upset, and emesis.

Did you know?

Eating carrots will improve your eyesight. Carrots are high in vitamin A (retinol), which is essential for good vision. It can also be found in milk, cheese, egg yolks, and liver.

Did you know?

Although the Roman numeral for the number 4 has always been taught to have been "IV," according to historians, the ancient Romans probably used "IIII" most of the time. This is partially backed up by the fact that early grandfather clocks displayed IIII for the number 4 instead of IV. Early clockmakers apparently thought that the IIII balanced out the VIII (used for the number 8) on the clock face and that it just looked better.

Did you know?

In women, pharmacodynamic differences include increased sensitivity to (and increased effectiveness of) beta-blockers, opioids, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and typical antipsychotics.

Did you know?

The first documented use of surgical anesthesia in the United States was in Connecticut in 1844.

Gas Solubility - Effect of pressure Gas Solubility - Effect of pressure
Rise of the mobile phone Rise of the mobile phone
Causes of Blood Pressure Variations Causes of Blood Pressure Variations
5-4 The relationship between vapor pressure and temperature—in this case for water. As the ... 5-4 The relationship between vapor pressure and temperature—in this case for water. As the ...
Pressure Pressure
Pressure Pressure
Video: hGH (protein synthesis, growth and development)

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library