Asked by Jaylee Field on Jun 10, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT a common setting for gold deposits?
A) veins, which represent fractures in which hot waters deposited minerals
B) the base of modern stream gravels
C) ancient river gravels that have been buried to great depths
D) large deposits that contain low concentrations of gold
E) all of these are environments in which gold deposits form
Gold Deposits
Concentrations of gold found within the Earth's crust, often mined for economic purposes.
Stream Gravels
Loose, water-worn rocks found in or near the bed of a stream.
Fractures
Breaks or cracks in rocks along which there is no movement of the sides.
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Zybrea KnightJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
All the options listed (A, B, C, D) are indeed environments where gold deposits can form. Gold can be found in veins or fractures where mineral-laden waters have deposited it, in both modern and ancient river gravels, and in large deposits even if the gold concentration is low.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the sources and processes behind the formation of a variety of fossil fuels and minerals.