You are studying soil samples from a particular area. You notice a reddish color present in the soil. Explain the weathering process that contributed to the soil's color.

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Jvarela · Answer 1 · 2022-09-12T08:34:05+0000

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Oxidation is the reaction of rock minerals with oxygen, thus changing the mineral composition of the rock. When minerals are rock oxidize, they become less resistant to weathering.

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