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Weathering that softens and rounds the sharp edges and corners of jointed rock is known as
 
  A) hydrolysis. B) hydration.
  C) exfoliation. D) spheroidal weathering.

Question 2

Other than the rock itself, the most important chemical substance needed for the majority of weathering processes is
 
  A) nitrogen. B) carbon dioxide. C) oxygen. D) water.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D


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