Weathering That Softens and Rounds the Sharp Edges and Corners

question 88

Multiple Choice

Weathering that softens and rounds the sharp edges and corners of jointed rock is known as

• A)spheroidal weathering.
• B)exfoliation.
• C)hydrolysis.
• D)hydration.

---

Definitions:

Hydroxyapatites

Minerals composed of calcium phosphate that form the primary structural component of bone and teeth.

Epiphyseal Plate

A cartilage plate in the long bones where lengthwise growth occurs in children and adolescents.

Hyaline

A term often used to describe cartilage that is translucent and glass-like, found in joints and respiratory passages.

Hyaline

A term that describes a glass-like, translucent appearance in tissues, particularly in cartilage, where it provides smooth surfaces for joint movement.