The Process That Breaks Down Rock at the Earth's Surface

question 47

Multiple Choice

The process that breaks down rock at the Earth's surface through disintegration of rocks into mineral particles or dissolving it into water is known as

• A)erosion.
• B)mass movement.
• C)landmass denudation.
• D)deposition.
• E)weathering.

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