Which is an example of chemical weathering?

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A erosion of land caused by receding glacierserosion of land caused by receding glaciers
B the layer of oxide formed on statues made of metalthe layer of oxide formed on statues made of metal
C deposition of silt along the banks of the Mississippi Riverdeposition of silt along the banks of the Mississippi River
D weathering of rocks in a desert due to the rapid rise and fall of temperatures

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The correct example of chemical weathering is:

B the layer of oxide formed on statues made of metal

Chemical weathering involves reactions that change the composition of rocks and minerals, such as the oxidation process that leads to the formation of rust (oxide) on metal surfaces. The other options pertain to physical processes or different types of weathering.

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