Multiple choice

The process that results in the breakdown of rocks and minerals in situ is known as

  1. attrition

  2. erosion

  3. weathering

  4. corrosion

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Weathering is the in-situ breakdown of rocks and minerals through physical and chemical processes without transport. Erosion involves removal and transport of weathered material. Attrition is the wearing down of particles during transport, and corrosion is chemical dissolution.