Understanding Weathering: The Process of Rock Breakdown
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What is the process that soft rocks undergo to easily break into pieces?

  • Erosion
  • Sedimentation
  • Chemical weathering (correct)
  • Physical weathering

What is another term for organic weathering?

  • Abrasion
  • Erosion
  • Mechanical weathering
  • Biological weathering (correct)

Which of the following can contribute to the breaking down of rocks in organic weathering?

  • Temperature changes
  • Frost heaving
  • Wind erosion
  • Tree roots (correct)

What do lichens do in the process of organic weathering?

<p>Release acids to soften rocks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do people buy weed killer to get rid of plants growing between cracks in sidewalks?

<p>To prevent concrete from breaking up (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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