Look at the picture:

Which of the following responses is the most likely "agent of weathering" of the concrete

Image reference
A.
Rain erosion

B.
A tree's roots

C.
Wind erosion

D.
Animal Migration

1 answer

Without the ability to view the picture, I can still provide some general insight based on common agents of weathering.

Concrete can be weathered by several factors, but if we are specifically looking for the most likely agent of weathering among the options you've provided:

A. Rain erosion is a common cause of weathering, as water can seep into cracks, freeze, and expand, leading to further deterioration.

B. A tree's roots can also cause significant weathering by growing into cracks and breaking apart materials, including concrete.

C. Wind erosion is typically more relevant in sandy or loose soil environments rather than solid structures like concrete.

D. Animal Migration generally has minimal direct effect on weathering processes in urban materials unless it involves digging or nesting near them.

Given these considerations, without seeing the specific context in the image, A. Rain erosion or B. A tree's roots would be the most plausible answers, with B. A tree's roots often being particularly impactful on concrete structures.