GENERAL GEOLOGY

GEOLOGY

PHYSICAL GEOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is most likely to contribute to chemical weathering?
A
water
B
wind
C
acid
D
ice
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer: The correct answer is C-Acid rain. Explanation: Acid rain refers to rain or any other type of precipitation that is unusually acidic, that is, contains a lot of hydrogen ions (low pH). Acid Rain Can Cause Health Problems in human. 05-May-2021

Detailed explanation-2: -High temperatures and greater rainfall increase the rate of chemical weathering. 2. Rocks in tropical regions exposed to abundant rainfall and hot temperatures weather much faster than similar rocks residing in cold, dry regions.

Detailed explanation-3: -When rocks are exposed to acidic substances the acids react with minerals inside the rocks, weakening the structure of the rock and causing it to break down more quickly. For example, when carbon dioxide and water mix to form carbonic acid, this acid can get inside of rocks and cause chemical weathering.

Detailed explanation-4: -Water, ice, acids, salts, plants, animals, and changes in temperature are all agents of weathering.

Detailed explanation-5: -Acid rain slowly dissolves rocks due to chemical reactions between the acid and the minerals in the rock. Differential Weathering: Softer, less resistant rocks wear away at a faster rate than more weather resistant rocks. More exposure to acid rain results in more rapid weathering.

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