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

Responses

oxidation of certain metals in rock
oxidation of certain metals in rock

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

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

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

1 answer

The two correct examples of chemical weathering are:

  1. Oxidation of certain metals in rock - This is a chemical process where oxygen reacts with minerals, leading to the breakdown of rocks.

  2. Acid rain breaking down compounds in rock statues - This process involves the chemical reaction of acidic water with minerals in the rock, leading to their deterioration.

The other options describe physical weathering or biological activity rather than chemical weathering.