The Breakdown of Exposed Rock into Small Fragments and Dissolved

question 27

Multiple Choice

The breakdown of exposed rock into small fragments and dissolved ions is termed

• A) deposition.
• B) erosion.
• C) weathering.
• D) lithification.

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