Weathering and Soil

Question 1

Which statements explain why rocks weather at different rates? Check all that apply.Softer, porous, or more permeable rocks weather faster than harder rocks.Rocks in warmer climates weather faster than rocks in colder climates.Rocks with minerals that dissolve slowly in water will weather faster than other rocks.The more water present, the faster the rate of weathering.Rocks that are more permeable are more resistant to weathering.

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Softer, porous, or more permeable rocks weather faster than harder rocks.; Rocks in warmer climates weather faster than rocks in colder climates.; The more water present, the faster the rate of weathering.

Question 2

is a mixture of materials that holds moisture and drains well.

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Loam

Question 3

contains coarse grains and allows water to drain quickly.

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Sand

Question 4

contains medium grains and retains water.

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Silt

Question 5

contains fine grains and has little space for water.

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Clay

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