Question

Which statement best describes how wind can cause weathering?

(1 point)
Responses

Blowing sand can wear away a rock's surface and break it down.
Blowing sand can wear away a rock's surface and break it down.

Wind can not cause the weathering of rocks.
Wind can not cause the weathering of rocks.

Wind can blow sand and create new landforms.
Wind can blow sand and create new landforms.

Wind picks up sand or dry soil and carries it from one place to another.

Answer 1

Wind picks up sand or dry soil and carries it from one place to another. This can lead to the wearing away and breakdown of rock surfaces, causing weathering.