Q422
Least resistant mineral to weathering is
A.
Quartz
B.
Olivine
AnswerC.
Geothite
D.
Anorthite
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Olivine is the least resistant mineral to weathering. Weathering is the deterioration of rocks, soils, minerals, etc. it is basically of two types, physical and chemical weathering.Olivine is a mixed crystal of Mg2SiO4 and Fe2SiO4, in which the magnesium member is usually dominant. It is the major mineral in the mantle of the earth as these are not deteriorated by weathering.