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Not very, over geologic time. Limestone is vulnerable to chemical attack from naturally acidic rainfall and runoff.
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∙ 9y agoGranite is composed of interlocking grains of minerals that are strongly bound together, unlike other types of rock which may consist only of loosely cemented grains. Granite can also be high in quartz, one of the most weather resistant minerals.
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∙ 14y agoDue to its interlocking crystalline structure and mineral composition, granite is resistant to weathering.
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What kind of weathering has created most limestone caves?
chemical weathering called karsting and it createskarst topography. ... Dissolution of soluble limestone creates limestone cavessource yahoo answers
When acid rain falls on limestone what type of weathering occurs?
Chemical weathering
Which most promotes chemical weathering in limestone?
Naturally acidic rainfall has always been the predominate form of chemical weathering in limestone.
What does limestone create?
it is limestone. it can be made from metamorphic and it is made from weathering it down.
Can limestone be worn away?
Yes. Limestone is susceptible to chemical and mechanical weathering and erosion.
Why is quartzite more resistant to weathering than limestone?
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Which type of rock appear to be the least resistant to weathering and erosion?
Carbonate rocks, such as limestone, tend to be the least resistant to weathering and erosion.
What examples of rocks are easily weathered and rocks that are resistant to weathering?
limestone,sandstone,and shale
What are examples of rocks that are easily weathered and rocks re resistant to weathering?
limestone,sandstone,and shale
Why is limestone least resistant to weathering and erosion?
It is susceptible to chemical weathering more than other rocks from exposure to naturally acidic rainfall and groundwater.
Does granite or limestone last longer in normal rain?
Granite lasts longer as it is far more resistant to chemical weathering.
Which statue will weather more slowly a granite one or a limestone one?
Granite will weather more slowly, since it is an igneous rock and is extremely resistant to weathering.
What kind of weathering has created most limestone caves?
chemical weathering called karsting and it createskarst topography. ... Dissolution of soluble limestone creates limestone cavessource yahoo answers
Minerals resistant to chemical weathering?
Quartz is a mineral that is highly resistant to chemical weathering. Marble is a mineral that is more susceptible to chemical weathering.
Two identical statues are placed outside one is made of limestone the other made of granite Which statue will weather more slowly?
Since granite is an igneous rock this makes it highly resistant to weathering. Therefore, granite will weather more slowly than limestone.
Which is more resistant to weathering a rock or sand?
Rock is far more resistant to weathering (erosion) than sand.
Is limestone with holes mechanical or chemical weathering?
It depends on what is meant by 'holes'. Cavities in limestone may be caused by both mechanical and chemical weathering.
