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james9437

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on: Jul 16, 2018

Caliche is

A) fragmented quartz crystals that tumble down a cliff.
B) limestone crystals that form by precipitation.
C) calcite cement in desert rocks.
D) silica cement in ancient river-bed rocks.

Question 2

Which horizon may accumulate minerals that are not present in the parent material?

A) A horizon
B) O horizon
C) E horizon
D) B horizon

vish98

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D

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