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

Responses

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

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

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

oxidation of certain metals in rock

1 answer

The two correct examples of chemical weathering are:

  1. Acid rain breaking down compounds in rock statues - This is a clear example of chemical weathering as the acid in the rain reacts with the minerals in the rock, causing them to break down.

  2. Oxidation of certain metals in rock - This process involves a chemical reaction (oxidation) that alters the minerals within the rock, also classifying it as chemical weathering.

The other options are related to physical weathering or biological processes rather than chemical weathering.