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Any type of rock, it just depends on the erosion by natural forces.

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Will a house built on solid rock shake more during an earthquake than a house built on sandy soil?

No because a house on solid rock will be more stable than the house built on sandy soil. In fact, if there is an aftershock, the house built on sandy soil will start to sink into the mud because of the liquefaction. The building will sink and start to pull apart.


When soil remains on top of its parent rock it called?

When soil remains on top of its parent rock, it is called residual soil. This type of soil forms directly from the weathering of the underlying rock, without being transported to a new location.


What is the layer of solid rock under the soil?

The layer of solid rock under the soil is called bedrock. Bedrock is the hard, solid rock beneath the Earth's surface that forms the foundation for soil and other materials above it.


Which soil type would you expect to form more slowly explain?

soil forms as rock is broken down by weathering and mixes with other materials on the surface. Soil is constantly being formed wherever bedrock is exposed. The rate at which soil forms depends on the climate and tpye of rock.Weathering occurs most rapidly in areas with a warm, rainy climate.


How the sandy soil is formed?

Sandy soil is formed from the weathering of rocks and minerals over time, resulting in the accumulation of large particles like sand. Factors such as the type of parent material, climate, and vegetation in the area can influence the formation of sandy soil. Sandy soil typically has good drainage due to its large particle size, but it may also have low fertility and struggle to retain water and nutrients.