Which of the following is most resistant to both chemical and physical weathering?

a. a granite
b. quartz
c. clay minerals
d. a limestone


b. quartz

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A) cold upper-level low moves into a region B) cold front passes through the area C) large slow-moving anticyclone moves into an area D) storm system begins developing to the west

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High pressure areas occur when

A) cold air sinks or hot air rises. B) wind blows. C) cold air sinks. D) hot air rises.

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Which community has the highest level of net primary production?

a. Rain forests b. Kelp forests c. Coral reefs d. Open ocean

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About 50 percent of North American tornadoes are classified as violent (EF4-EF5)

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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