Question

Which are examples of chemical weathering? Choose the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses

an insect digging a hole in rock for its home
an insect digging a hole in rock for its home

an increase in temperature in daytime causing a rock to crack
an increase in temperature in daytime causing a rock to crack

rock breaking apart during a rock slide
rock breaking apart during a rock slide

acid rain breaking down compounds in rock statues
acid rain breaking down compounds in rock statues

oxidation of certain metals in rock

Answer 1

The two correct examples of chemical weathering are:

1. **acid rain breaking down compounds in rock statues**
2. **oxidation of certain metals in rock**

These processes involve chemical changes that alter the composition of the rocks.