There are locations on Earth where sediment composed of green olivine sand exists. Where would you expect to find such a deposit?
A. on a beach near a volcano composed of mafic rocks
B. in a stream bordering a swamp
C. in the talus on the slopes of a cinder cone
D. in a river delta, far from mountain ranges
E. on the side of tropical coral reef
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According to the discussions about the process of weathering, which of the following sedimentary rocks could result from the weathering and erosion of granite?
A. conglomerate
B. sandstone
C. shale
D. only conglomerate and sandstone
E. all of the above
Which of these statements is NOT true of chemical sedimentary rocks?
A. They are formed from material that is carried in solution.
B. They may be formed through organic or inorganic processes.
C. Examples include salt, chert, and limestone.
D. They generally consist of quartz and feldspar.
E. They are generally formed in water-rich environments.
Based on your knowledge of how rapidly different minerals weather, which of these rock types would provide the most suitable foundation base for a home built in the tropics?
A. basalt
B. mafic volcanic breccia
C. limestone
D. granite
E. andesite
When granite is chemically weathered, quartz __________.
A. becomes mica
B. is converted into kaolinite
C. remains virtually unchanged
D. is changed into oxides
E. none of the above
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