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← GeographyWhich outcome occurs when increased feldspar weathering affects pedogenesis?
A)Increased clay mineral formation rates✓
B)Decreased soil nutrient bioavailability
C)Reduced soil horizon differentiation
D)Enhanced organic humic substance accumulation
💡 Explanation
Increased feldspar weathering during pedogenesis releases elements, such as silicon and aluminum, promoting hydrolysis that causes increased clay mineral formation; therefore, option A is correct, rather than B, C, or D, because they involve other processes.
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