The process of breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces is known as ________ .
A
Soil
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B
Percolation
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C
Water absorption
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D
Weathering
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Solution
The correct option is D Weathering The process of breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces to finally form soil is called weathering. The process may occur due to the action of wind, water, climate, temperature, etc.