The breaking up of the rocks on the earth’s surface is called ______.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. weathering.
- Weathering describes the breaking down or dissolving of rocks and minerals on the surface of the Earth.
- Water, ice, acids, salts, plants, animals, and changes in temperature are all agents of weathering.
- There are three types of weathering, physical, chemical and biological.