What do pores allow for in rock forming processes?

A) Magma seeps through pores, resulting in igneous rock.
B) Hydrothermal energy seeps through pores, allowing for the production of electricity.
C) Water seeps through pores, resulting in dissolution.
D) Minerals precipitate from the water into pores, cementing grains together.


Answer: D

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