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Are Brittle rocks are more likely to fold then fault?

Brittle rocks are more likely to fault than fold because they are more prone to breaking and fracturing under stress. Folding is more common in ductile rocks that can deform and bend without breaking.


An earthquake causes metamorphic rock deep inside a mountain to be pushed up to the mountains surface What type of rock will the metamorphic rock most likely transform into next?

The metamorphic rock will most likely transform into sedimentary rock next. The uplifting process will expose the rock to erosion and weathering, breaking it down into sediments that will then be deposited and lithified to form sedimentary rock.


If you drip some dilute hydrochloric acid on a rock and it fizzes what mineral does the rock likely contain?

If dilute hydrochloric acid causes fizzing when dripped on a rock, it suggests the presence of carbonate minerals like calcite or dolomite in the rock. Carbonate minerals react with acid to release carbon dioxide gas, which causes the fizzing.


A body of rock affected by tensile stress will likely undergo?

A body of rock affected by tensile stress will likely undergo fracturing or breaking due to the stretching force pulling it apart. This process can lead to the formation of faults, joints, or fractures in the rock mass.


Is a growing child likely to exhibit negative nitrogen balance?

Yes, a growing child is not likely to exhibit negative nitrogen balance because they require adequate protein intake for growth and development. Negative nitrogen balance typically occurs when the body is breaking down more protein than it is taking in.

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