A crystal of potassium feldspar (KAlSi3O8) will produce a variety of weathering products after it is weathered. Which of the following is not a product that results from the weathering of potassium feldspar?

A) silica
B) potassium ions
C) clay minerals
D) iron oxides


Answer: D

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