The formation of soil by gradually breaking rock into smaller particles by biological, chemical, and physical processes

is known as:
a. erosion.
b. inorganic synthesis.
c. cation exchange.
d. salinization.
e. weathering.


e

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What can be assumed from these results?

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What specific type of P-type ATPase pumps H+ to acidify the stomach and is inhibited by proton pump inhibitor drugs used to treat excess stomach acid?

A) type 1 B) type 2 C) type 3 D) type 4 E) type 5

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Red light has a longer wavelength than blue light. Will red light have a higher or lower energy content than blue light?

a) higher b) lower

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