Weathering Is Most Intense near the Surface Because of

question 62

Multiple Choice

Weathering is most intense near the surface because of

• A) moisture availability and natural acidity.
• B) moisture availability and exposure to air.
• C) moisture availability and exposure to sunlight.
• D) exposure to air and sunlight.

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