GCE Agricultural Science 1989 Question 8

Question 8

Rocks and Soil Formation

The process whereby rocks are broken down into small particles through both physical and chemical factors is known as

  1. A.rock hydration
  2. B.rock degradation
  3. C.oxidation
  4. D.erosion
  5. E.weathering
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (weathering)

Explanation

Breaking down of rocks in place by physical and chemical agents is weathering.