Question

What is an example of a physical weathering?(1 point)
Responses

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

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

bits being blown off a rock by heavy winds

Answer 1

The correct response is:

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

This is an example of physical weathering, as it involves the mechanical breakdown of rock without any chemical change.