How does time affect the physical weathering of a rock?(1 point)

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

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

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

Time does not affect physical weathering, only chemical weathering.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

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

This statement accurately reflects that physical weathering progresses over time as rocks are subjected to various environmental factors and stressors.