Granite Commonly Fractures by ____, a Process in Which Plates

question 27

Multiple Choice

Granite commonly fractures by ____, a process in which plates of weathered material split away like layers of an onion and you can observe this type of weathering in Yosemite National Park.

• A) salt cracking
• B) exfoliation
• C) chemical weathering
• D) oxidation

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Definitions:

Merchantable Quality

A standard for goods being sold under a contract, ensuring they are of sufficient quality to be sold for their ordinary purpose.

Implied Terms

Provisions not expressly stated in a contract but understood to be included based on the nature of the agreement, legal requirements, or customary practice.

Breach of Condition

A violation of a specific condition set in a contract, which can lead to the termination of the agreement.

Faulty Design

A design that fails to meet required specifications or standards, resulting in a product or structure that is unsafe, does not perform as intended, or is not fit for its intended use.