Which of the Following Silicate Clays Would Be Least Apt

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following silicate clays would be least apt to be formed from the mere alteration of primary minerals?

• A)smectite
• B)vermiculite
• C)chlorite
• D)fine-grained micas
• E)iron or aluminum oxides

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