A group of earth science students were investigating in the laboratory. They took granite rock and limestone samples and massed them on a balance. Then, students placed the rock samples in closed plastic vials. The students shook them vigorously for thirty
minutes. Students then massed the rocks again. What is the dependent variable in this experiment?
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A)
Why does granite rock break down more quickly?
B)
How do rocks interact during mechanical manipulation?
C)
Which rock type changes more due to physical weathering?

D)How does granite change shape after mechanical breakdown?
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