While Weaker Rocks Like Shale or Rock Salt Will Fracture

question 94

True/False

While weaker rocks like shale or rock salt will fracture or flow when subjected to stresses, harder rocks like granite, quartzite and peridotite rarely deform.

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Definitions:

Ionic Bond

A chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges through the transfer of electrons.

Covalent Bond

A chemical bond formed by the sharing of one or more pairs of electrons between atoms to achieve stability.

Biological Molecules

Biological molecules are the essential substances that are the building blocks of living organisms, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

Stabilizes

Refers to making something more steady or firmly fixed in place, or making a chemical compound resistant to change.