Plant growth, such as roots growing in cracks, has little influence on mechanical weathering.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Answer: False
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A) energy. B) a reserve. C) a resource. D) power. E) a mineral.
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Other than the rock itself, the most important chemical substance needed for the majority of chemical weathering processes is
A) water. B) argon. C) nitrogen. D) carbon dioxide. E) oxygen.
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A) a 22 year cycle B) not a regular cycle C) an 11 year cycle D) a 7 year cycle
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