Question

Weathering of rocks would be more prominent in places with _____. (Select all that apply)

• A. more extreme tempratures compared to moderate temperatures
• B. moderate temperatures compared to more extreme temperatures
• C. high rainfall compared to low or no rainfall
• D. places with low intensity of winds compared to higher intensity winds

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

high rainfall compared to low or no rainfall

Heating and cooling of rocks results in expansion and compression of rocks, leading to crack formation. Rainwater seeps through these cracks which solidifies to form ice and widening the crack. This results in the results in the disintegration of the rocks i.e., weathering. Winds also contribute to weathering.