Multiple choice

Consider the following statements:

  1. Weathering encompasses a group of processes by which surface and subsurface rocks disintegrates
  2. Extreme dryness reduce most weathering to a minimum
  3. Physical weathering dominates in drier and cooler climates
  4. In equatorial rain-forest climate, most rocks weather slowly Which of these are correct?

  1. 1, 2. and 3

  2. 1 and 4

  3. 2, 3 and 4

  4. 1, 2, 3, and 4
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Explanation

Statement 1 is correct - weathering includes all processes that break down rocks. Statement 2 is correct - extreme dryness minimizes chemical weathering. Statement 3 is correct - physical weathering dominates in dry, cool climates where freeze-thaw occurs. Statement 4 is incorrect - equatorial rainforests have rapid chemical weathering due to high temperature and moisture, not slow weathering.

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