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is the mixing of water with the atmospheric carbon dioxide to form carbonic acid.

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Carbonisation
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Oxidation
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Carbonation
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Solution

The correct option is C Carbonation
Carbonation occurs when rainwater reacts with carbon dioxide in the atmosphere to form carbonic acid. This reacts with calcium carbonate present in rocks like limestone to form a solution. This solution acts on rocks continuously to form weathered material.

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