Weathering Quick Check

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How does time affect the physical weathering of a rock?(1 point)
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The longer the rock has been exposed, the more it has weathered.
The longer the rock has been exposed, the more it has weathered.

Rock weathers the most when first exposed, then more slowly.
Rock weathers the most when first exposed, then more slowly.

Time does not affect physical weathering, only chemical weathering.
Time does not affect physical weathering, only chemical weathering.

Over time, the rock will become flat, slowing the rate of physical weathering.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

The longer the rock has been exposed, the more it has weathered.

This response accurately indicates that with more time of exposure to environmental factors, the physical weathering of the rock increases.