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Weathering — Quiz

Question 3 • Earth and Space Science

Which process would most likely contribute to forming sharp-edged rock fragments on a slope?

Answer
A
acid rain
B
oxidation
C
frost wedging
D
dissolution

Explanation

Frost wedging occurs when water seeps into cracks, freezes, and expands, forcing the rock apart. Repeated freezing and thawing can break rock into sharp-edged fragments that collect on a slope. The other choices mainly cause chemical weathering rather than this kind of physical breaking.

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