The Weathering Process That Contributes to Spheroidal Weathering by Decomposing

question 64

Multiple Choice

The weathering process that contributes to spheroidal weathering by decomposing silicate materials within rocks is called

• A) hydrolysis.
• B) oxidation.
• C) carbonation.
• D) chemical bonding.
• E) hydraulics.

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Electrons

Negatively charged particles within atoms, essential for conducting electricity in solid materials.

Iron

A metal element with the symbol Fe, known for its magnetic properties and widely used in construction, manufacturing, and biochemistry.

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Variants of a particular chemical element which differ in neutron number, and consequently in nucleon number.

Electrons

subatomic particles with a negative electric charge, found in all atoms, and acting as the primary carrier of electricity in solids.