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14. Which of the following describes chemical weathering?
O A. Acid rain dissolves minerals within a rock.
O B. Plant roots expand cracks within a rock.
O C. The removal of overlying material decreases pressure on an underlying rock.
O D. Salt crystals grow in the cracks and pores of a rock.
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Answer:

A.

Explanation:

Acid is a type of chemical and in this case it is in the weather (the rain) Thats chemical weathering!

Acid rain dissolves minerals within a rock.

  • It also makes chemical weathering happen more quickly.
  • Buildings and statues made from rock are damaged as a result.

What is weathering?

  • Weathering is the breaking down or dissolving of rocks and minerals on Earths surface.
  • Once a rock has been broken down, a process called erosion transports the bits of rock and minerals away.
  • Water, acids, salt, plants, animals, and changes in temperature are all agents of weathering and erosion.
  • There are three types of weathering :- physical, chemical and biological.

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