The Decomposition and Alteration of Rocks Due to Chemical Actions

question 32

Multiple Choice

The decomposition and alteration of rocks due to chemical actions of natural physical and biological processes is

• A) faulting.
• B) folding.
• C) chemical weathering.
• D) physical weathering.
• E) erosion.

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