Geology Exam 3.pdf!!
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Rocks are decomposed and the internal structure
Chemical Weathering
of the minerals is destroyed, new minerals created.
Hydrolysis Chemical union of water and mineral (CW)
Process where rock material passes directly into
Dissolution solution, like salt in water. Completely dissolves,
doesn't NEED water. (CW)
Combination of oxygen in the atmosphere or
Oxidation dissolved water, with a mineral to form a new
mineral.
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4 Cards in this Set Share Print Export Clone
Front Back
Rocks are decomposed and the internal structure
Chemical Weathering
of the minerals is destroyed, new minerals created.
Hydrolysis Chemical union of water and mineral (CW)
Process where rock material passes directly into
Dissolution solution, like salt in water. Completely dissolves,
doesn't NEED water. (CW)
Combination of oxygen in the atmosphere or
Oxidation dissolved water, with a mineral to form a new
mineral.
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