Weathering
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- Q1Which of the following processes involves the breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces?ErosionWeatheringVolcanismDeposition30s
- Q2What type of weathering occurs when water seeps into cracks in rocks and freezes, causing the rocks to crack?Wind erosionChemical weatheringVolcanic eruptionFrost action30s
- Q3What type of weathering occurs when rainwater reacts with minerals in rocks, causing them to dissolve?Chemical weatheringMechanical weatheringGravity erosionWind erosion30s
- Q4Which of the following is an example of mechanical weathering?Acid rainFrost wedgingOxidationHydration30s
- Q5What type of weathering is caused by plant roots growing into cracks in rocks?Chemical weatheringWind erosionMechanical weatheringBiological weathering30s
- Q6What type of weathering is caused by the physical grinding and scraping of rocks by wind and water?Biological weatheringChemical weatheringOxidationAbrasion30s