Question

His is the geologic process of breaking down rocks into smaller and smaller pieces. There are two main types: chemical and mechanical.
A) weathering
B) erosion
C) Deposition

Answer 1

Answer:

Weathering

Explanation:

The geologic process of breaking down rocks into smaller and smaller units or pieces is known as weathering.

The physical disintegration and chemical decomposition of rocks to form sediments and soils is known as weathering.

The agents of weathering are wind, water and glacier.

• Chemical weathering entails the decomposition of rocks.
• Mechanical weathering is the physical disintegration of rocks.

Therefore, weathering breaks down rocks.

Erosion removes the weathered materials.

Answer 2

Answer:

Weathering

Explanation: