Multiple choice

Which statement is TRUE about weathering due to plant growth?

  1. the water running of the leaves is more acid than rain

  2. root growth in a crack can cause the rock to crack

  3. there will be more weathering due to the plant in winter

  4. it is a chemical form of weathering

  5. plant has no role in weathering
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, the plant root grows into the narrow cracks,as the plant grows, the roots become thicker and break the rocks.

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