Which mode of occurrence involves the decomposition of surface rocks leading to weathered material?

Evaporative deposits

Alluvial deposits

Residual deposits

Volcanic deposits

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C. Residual deposits

Residual deposits form through the weathering and decomposition of surface rocks, leaving behind minerals like bauxite that are not water-soluble.

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