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Weathering and Erosion

Question 8 • * FL-2001340-Environmental Science Sem 2

Which of the following is an example of chemical weathering?

Answer
A
waves washing over rocks on the beach
B
acid rain falling on sidewalks
C
ice forming in the cracks of rocks
D
wind blowing against rocks

Explanation

Chemical weathering changes or breaks down rock through chemical reactions. Acid rain reacts with minerals in rocks and can dissolve them, so acid rain falling on sidewalks is an example. Waves and wind mainly wear rocks down physically, while ice forming in cracks is also physical weathering.

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