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← GeographyWhich weathering consequence follows increased surface-area exposure within loess deposits?
A)Accelerated calcium carbonate leaching✓
B)Enhanced soil aggregate stabilization
C)Reduced susceptibility to hydraulic action
D)Decreased macropore network formation
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Enhanced surface exposure in loess leads to accelerated calcium carbonate leaching because a greater area of the mineral is in contact with infiltrating water; therefore dissolution increases, rather than other soil processes predominating under such exposed conditions.
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