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Author Question: Limestone and marble weather faster than granite because ________. (Read 48 times)

rmenurse

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Question 1

In which area would weathering by frost wedging probably be most effective?
◦ in a moist, tropical forest
◦ in moist, temperate climates
◦ where the subsoil is permanently frozen
◦ in cool high desert areas

Question 2

Limestone and marble weather faster than granite because ________.
◦ granite does not react with rainwater and only weathers by physical erosion
◦ granite is more resistant to physical weathering because of its large crystals
◦ limestone and marble can be dissolved by weak acids in rain
◦ limestone has many cracks and holes that allow water to infiltrate and weather the rock
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Reply #1 on: Feb 28, 2020
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rmenurse

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Reply 2 on: Feb 28, 2020
:D TYSM

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