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mia

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Which of the silicate structures would you expect to be the most stable and resistant to weathering at Earth's surface? Why?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

How does a TEM work?
 
  A) Electrons are shot at atoms; if they collide with electrons in the atoms, a shadow is made.
  B) A magnetic field moves electrons in a substance, leaving an impression.
  C) Light rays are shot at the electrons, and a microscopic camera takes a photograph of the result.
  D) Protons are shot at atoms; if they collide with electrons in the atoms, an shadow is made.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: quartz, pure silica

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



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