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2 The volume of a rock sample before compaction is 100 cc. The porosity of the rock is 20%. Determine the volume of the grains, if the volume of the rock after compaction is 95 cc of the volume

2 The volume of a rock sample before compaction is 100 cc. The porosity of the rock is 20%. Determine the volume of the grains, if the volume of the rock after compaction is 95 cc of the volume

Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
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Author:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
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2. The volume of a rock sample before compaction is 100 cc. The porosity of the rock is 20%. Determine the volume of the grains, if the volume of the rock after compaction is 95 cc. of the volume.
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