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What was unique about the rocks and water temperature at Mammoth Hot Springs?
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∙ 8y ago
the rocks look like sponge, and break like chalk. temperature is 80 to 130 Fahrenheit.
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Why do hot springs have dissolved minerals in them?
the hot water is able to dissolve minerals from the rocks lining the system
Chemical weathering occurs when minerals in rocks are changed chemically. Which of these will most likely change the rate of chemical weathering on a rock?
rainfall and temperature
When rocks are subjected to high temperature and pressure?
Well, first of all that isn't a question. Second of all, When subjected to high temperature and pressure, such as the earth, the center of the earth is solid. as you progress outward, it becomes more liquidy.
The breaking down and wearing away of the earth's rocks by the atmosphere is called oxidation?
The gradual wearing down of the earth's surface is called Erosion.
Which statements best describes the formation of diamonds?
The statement that best describes the formation of diamonds could be "Diamonds are formed by pressure, weight, and high temperature of overlying rocks."
What are the different types of rocks found in Mammoth Cave Kentucky?
Tufa and calcium carbonate can be found in mammoth caves ,Kentucky.
What rocks are in the Mammoth Cave?
Fallen boulders, calcite formations and sediment! Mammoth Cave is a karst cave; formed within limestone.
How did prehistoric humans hunt the mammoth?
Prehistoric humans hunted the mammoth by surrounding it and then used sharp sticks to kill it.Most likely in a large group and using spears.
What features are unique in sedimentary rocks?
They can give you clues to how, when and where the rocks formed. :D
From the oldest to youngest, the limestone layers that make up Mammoth cave are the?
Rocks or Bats i think
Which type of rocks are produced by changing other rocks with high temperature and pressure underground?
Metamorphic rocks are produced by changing other rocks with temperature and pressure underground.
Which type of rocks are produced by changing other rocks with high temperature and pressures underground?
Metamorphic rocks are produced by changing other rocks with temperature and pressure underground.
Are there any sedimentary rocks?
Yes, there are lots of sedimentary rocks in the world. If you ever go to Palm Springs, and u did underground, you will find several sedimentary rocks.
High pressure and high temperature cause rocks to?
High temperature and pressure can cause rocks to change their forms. This is known as metamorphic.High pressure and high temperature can cause rocks to change forms. This is known as metamorphic.
What conditions change igneous rocks and sedimentary rocks into metamorphic rocks?
Increased temperature and/or pressure.
How are igneous rocks changed to metamorphic rocks?
By high pressure and temperature
What makes a metamorphic rock unique?
Metamorphic Rocks are rocks that have changed form due to heat and pressure.
