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ci ii iii ii Figure 1a shows the distribution of igneous rocks. Figure 1b is a relief map of Hong Kong, Name the main rock types found in A and B (Figure 1a) respectively. (marks) Describe their distribution in Hong Kong. (4 marks) How do the two rock types differ in texture? Explain. 4 marks) Using examples from the maps, describe the relationship between rock types and relief. (2 marks) Explain such a relationship. (© marks) 2 Figure 2a shows the weathering prof of granite in Hong Kong, Figure 2b shows a weathering feature of granite in Hong Kong Earth's surface Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Figure 2a Figure 2b Describe the characteristics of zones 1 to 4 in Figure 2a. (4 marks) How does the intensity of weathering change with depth? Explain your answer. (5 marks) Explain the role of vegetation in the development of the weathering profile in Figure 2a. (4 marks) Name the weathering features at Area A shown in Figure 2b. (1 mark) Under what conditions and by what processes will the weathering feature in Figure 2b form? (4 marks) 3. Figures 3a and b show how the landscape in Hong Kong is shaped by two types of external processes. Figure 3c shows some background information about the external process that have occurred in Figure 3a. Figure 3a Background information about X heavy rainfall (over 270 mm of rain) associated with the passage of a typhoon days before * slope composed of highly decomposed granite with medium- to closely-spaced joints water seepage from slope faces and old surface drains Figure 3c a i Name the external processes leading to the formation of X and Y in Figures 3a and b respectively, (2 marks) ii In table form, contrast the two processes with reference to the following. © Agent (2 marks) * Place of occurrence 2 marks) * Onset speed (2 marks) b_ Refer to Figures 3a and c. i Explain the roles played by gradient, vegetation and rainstorms in the formation of X shown. (© marks) ii Suggest ways the government can do to prevent the process leading to the formation of X on similar slopes (4 marks)

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