In a Dry Climate,weathering Is Significantly Less Than in a Humid

question 37

Multiple Choice

In a dry climate,weathering is significantly less than in a humid climate because ________.

• A)wind is not a significant weathering agent
• B)there is a shortage of moisture and organic acids
• C)rivers are ephemeral and do not cause weathering in the desert
• D)sand covers much of the rock surface and protects them from weathering in a desert

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