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It is because granite cliffs are stronger and more stable than Clay cliffs since Clay would break down easly from erosion.
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Formation of a cliff?
Cliffs are formed when the softer rock and sediments erode away from rock formations that are more resistant to erosion, like sandstone, granite, or basalt. They are also formed by sudden geologic movement, like landslides or earthquakes along fault lines.
What is the difference between red granite and granite?
The composition changes the appearance and colour of the granite. A granite that appears more red in colour will have more of the mineral orthoclase feldspar, whereas the lighter and more white in appearance will have less orthoclase and maybe more plagioclase feldspar and quartz in the composition.
What rock can we use to make a house?
Sandstone, limestone, and granite, are three quarried rocks that can be used in house building. Though, kiln-fired clay bricks are more commonly used. I forgot to mention slate.
What is the maximum amount of plagioclase feldspar possible in a sample of granite?
65%. Any more, and it is not considered granite.
Is dark colored granite softer than light colored granite?
no, generally darker granite is harder and weighs more, has less water absorption abilities.
How is the land of Nubia different from the land of Egypt?
The Nubia has tall cliffs of granite and rock, Egypt doesn't have the granite and rock cliffs.
What type of rock weathers most rapidly?
Small pieces of clay. The totality of the clay minerals present in small pieces of clay would be washed away more quickly than the totality of the clay minerals present in the large blocks of clay. Granite, large pieces or small, would weather more slowly than clay.
Does the pandas live on cliffs?
more on hills, but yes cliffs work
What is the gray part of granite?
more granite
Formation of a cliff?
Cliffs are formed when the softer rock and sediments erode away from rock formations that are more resistant to erosion, like sandstone, granite, or basalt. They are also formed by sudden geologic movement, like landslides or earthquakes along fault lines.
Which rock has more silica granite or basalt?
Granite has more silica than basalt in it.
Is granite more porous than limestone?
No. Limestone is more porous than granite.
Which is more dense basalt or granite?
Granite.
Which rock holds more water shale sandstone or granite?
granite
Which has more density 20 grams of granite or cotton balls?
Granite.
Do hills have more erosion then cliffs?
yes
What is the difference between red granite and granite?
The composition changes the appearance and colour of the granite. A granite that appears more red in colour will have more of the mineral orthoclase feldspar, whereas the lighter and more white in appearance will have less orthoclase and maybe more plagioclase feldspar and quartz in the composition.
