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swpotter12

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The longer a soil has been forming, the ________ it becomes and the ________ it resembles the parent material.
 
  A) thinner; less
  B) thinner; more
  C) thicker; more
  D) thicker; less

Question 2

What effect will roots have on a sedimentary rock?
 
  A) Root tips will promote cementation, making the rock stronger.
  B) Roots will weaken the cement, splitting the rock apart.
  C) Roots will wrap around the sediments, holding them tight as the rock cements.
  D) Roots will add cement to unconsolidated sediments to create a rock.


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Natalie4ever

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


swpotter12

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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