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Which agent is the principal cause of both physical and chemical weathering?
Which agent is the principal cause of both physical and chemical weathering?
- Atmospheric gases
- Water (correct)
- Biological organisms
- Sunlight
What is the main difference between weathering and erosion?
What is the main difference between weathering and erosion?
- Weathering is a physical process, while erosion is a chemical process
- Weathering involves deterioration of rocks, while erosion involves transportation of rocks
- Weathering occurs in situ, while erosion involves movement of rocks (correct)
- Weathering is caused by water, while erosion is caused by wind
What are the two main types of weathering?
What are the two main types of weathering?
- Physical and chemical (correct)
- Mechanical and biological
- Chemical and biological
- Atmospheric and biological
What is another term for chemical weathering caused by biological action?
What is another term for chemical weathering caused by biological action?
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Which of the following is not an agent of physical weathering?
Which of the following is not an agent of physical weathering?
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