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UI Post-UTME Geography 2025 (Model questions) Question 24

Question 24

Weathering, Erosion and Mass Movement

Which statements describe weathering processes?
i. Breakdown of rocks in situ
ii. Involves physical and chemical processes
iii. Always requires transportation agents
iv. Leads to soil formation

  1. A.ii & iii
  2. B.i, ii, iii & iv
  3. C.ii & iv only
  4. D.i, ii & iv
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (i, ii & iv)

Explanation

Weathering breaks rocks down where they are, physically and chemically, and forms soil; moving the material away is erosion.