Question

Earth's Processes: Weathering and Erosion Unit Test
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Question
What is an example of a physical weathering?(1 point)
Responses

a rock wearing down due to acid rain
a rock wearing down due to acid rain

a metal tool left outside beginning to rust
a metal tool left outside beginning to rust

microscopic organisms producing compounds that break down rock
microscopic organisms producing compounds that break down rock

bits being blown off a rock by heavy winds

Answer 1

The correct response for an example of physical weathering is:

**bits being blown off a rock by heavy winds.**

Physical weathering involves the mechanical breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition. This option illustrates that process well.