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mwit1967

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If glacial ice were considered a rock, what type of rock would it be, and why? What will be an ideal response?

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Is ice a mineral? Explain. What will be an ideal response?


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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Glacial ice would be a metamorphic rock because it deforms as pressure and temperature change.

Answer to Question 2

Yes, ice is a mineral. It is a naturally-occurring, inorganic substance with a distinct chemical
composition and physical structure.



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Reply 2 on: Jul 15, 2018
:D TYSM

mohan

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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