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Describe the composition of soil as consisting of weathered rocks and decomposed organic material?

Soil is made up of minerals from weathered rocks, such as quartz and feldspar, as well as organic material from decomposed plants and animals. The organic material provides nutrients for plants to grow, while the weathered rocks contribute to the soil's texture and structure.


What do weathered rocks and decayed plants have in common?

Well you should know it. Your in school aren't you


Are sedimentary rocks chemically weathered?

Sedimentary rocks can be both chemically and mechanically weathered.


Which is the layer of soil that contains of weathered rocks?

The layer of soil that contains weathered rocks is the subsoil. This layer is located beneath the topsoil and consists of partially weathered rocks and minerals.


Which of the following is composed of weathered rocks and decomposed organic material from dead plants and animals?

The answer is Soil!


What are rock composed of weathered rocks called?

Weathered rocks that are composed of smaller fragments and grains are referred to as sedimentary rocks. These rocks are formed through the process of erosion, transportation, deposition, and lithification of the weathered materials.


What are sedimentary rocks of weathered rock fragments called?

Sedimentary rocks made of weathered rock fragments are called clastic sedimentary rocks. These rocks are formed from the accumulation and cementation of fragments that have been weathered, eroded, and transported from their original source. Examples include sandstone, shale, and conglomerate.


Why do weather rocks have rust streaks?

Some weathered rocks have rust streaks due to the iron content in the rocks. When rocks that have ferrous iron are weathered there will be rust streaks present.


Is weathered intrusive or extrusive?

Neither, at the surface all rocks become weathered.


Can rocks be weathered by chemical processes?

NO


What substance is a mixture of organic matter and weathered rocks?

Soil is a mixture of organic matter and weathered rocks. Organic matter comes from decomposed plant and animal material, while weathered rocks contribute minerals and nutrients to the soil.


What happens when rocks weathered?

When sedimentary rocks are weathered and eroded, they turn into sediments. And after compaction and cementation of the sediments, it will turn back into sedimentary rock.