7.2.1 - Two-layer Sheet Minerals
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What is the main component of a tetrahedral unit?
💡 Hint: Think about shapes and how many sides the base has.
What type of units make up halloysite?
💡 Hint: Focus on what distinguishes it from kaolinite.
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What does a tetrahedral unit consist of?
💡 Hint: Remember the shape and core elements of the unit.
True or False: Halloysite is more stable than kaolinite.
💡 Hint: Think about how each mineral responds to water.
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Describe how isomorphous substitution can affect the properties of clay minerals and provide an example.
💡 Hint: Think about changing key ingredients in a recipe.
Predict the environmental impact of using kaolinite compared to montmorillonite in agricultural practices.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how water absorption changes when it rains.
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