Granitic Magma Has a Lower Melting Temperature Compared to Basaltic

question 32

Multiple Choice

Granitic magma has a lower melting temperature compared to basaltic magma because it contains a higher percentage of which specific mineral? __________________

• A) Calcium
• B) Pyroxene
• C) Silica
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Cutin

A waxy hydrophobic polymer present in the cell walls of plant epidermal cells, forming a protective barrier against environmental stress.

Secondary Xylem

The part of a plant that transports water and nutrients from the roots to the leaves and provides structural support, formed after the primary xylem during growth.

Vascular Cambium

A layer of tissue in plants that generates new phloem and xylem cells, contributing to the stem's radial growth.

Pith

The innermost tissue in the stems and roots of many herbaceous plants; primarily a storage tissue.