Why Does Physical Weathering Speed Up the Processes of Chemical

question 24

Multiple Choice

Why does physical weathering speed up the processes of chemical weathering?

• A)Physical weathering requires abundant water,as does chemical weathering.
• B)Physical weathering produces fresh surfaces for chemical weathering to attack.
• C)Chemical weathering can occur only on small surfaces,not large ones.
• D)Chemical weathering requires salt,which is provided by salt wedging.

Understand the relationship between bond duration and interest rates.

Identify the factors affecting bond price volatility.

Grasp the concept of bond convexity and its impact on price movements.

Compare different bond trading strategies and their motivations.

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