Question

1. granite, which is primarily composed of quartz and feldspar, generally weathers more slowly than limestone, which is primarily composed of calcite.

true
false

1. a soil sample that has been moved from its place of origin by wind, water, or a glacier is best classified as:

residual soil
transported soil
humus soil
parent soil

1. which of the following is not considered one of the four main basic components of soil?

mineral matter
bedrock
water
organic matter

Explanation:

1. For question 12: Quartz and feldspar in granite are resistant to chemical weathering, while calcite in limestone dissolves easily in acidic water, so granite weathers slower.
2. For question 5: Transported soil is defined as soil moved from its original location by agents like wind, water, or glaciers, unlike residual soil which forms in place.
3. For question 3: The four main basic components of soil are mineral matter, organic matter, water, and air. Bedrock is the parent material that forms soil, not a soil component itself.

Answer:

1. True
2. Transported soil
3. Bedrock