Practice Illite Mineral - 7.2.2.2 | 7. Formation of Clay Minerals | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What is illite?

💡 Hint: Think about the bonding mechanism of the mineral.

Question 2

Easy

What process leads to the replacement of aluminium with silicon in illite?

💡 Hint: What happens when one atom takes the place of another?

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Question 1

What ions bond illite, making it stable?

  • Sodium
  • Calcium
  • Potassium

💡 Hint: It starts with 'P'.

Question 2

Is illite formed by the process of isomorphous substitution?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think of how its components change.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Discuss the environmental significance of illite in agricultural practices.

💡 Hint: Think about how soil structure impacts crop growth.

Question 2

Evaluate the implications of using illite versus montmorillonite in construction materials.

💡 Hint: Consider how their properties affect structural integrity.

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