A huge, jagged rock sits atop a windy cliffside. Over a period of many years, how will the rock MOST LIKELY change?

A) It will become larger and smoother.
B) It will become smaller and smoother.
C) It will become bigger and less smooth.
D) It will become smaller and less smooth.

Respuesta :

It will become smaller and less smooth. Only because with the wind blowing sand or other other small items it will cause the rock to be pelted which will chip the surface, breaking and making the rock small and rougher

Answer:

Option (D)

Explanation:

Wind erosion will take place extensively as the cliff-side is exposed on the outcrop. Due to the wind erosion, the large, jagged rock will undergo the process of weathering where the softer parts of the rock will be eroded much rapidly in comparison to the harder parts, as a result of which the overall size of the rock will decrease and the surface will be uneven and somewhat rough. This will take place over a due course of time. The main agent that is responsible for erosion is the wind.

Thus, the given rock will become smaller and less smooth after a definite period of time.

Thus, the correct answer is option (D).