Match the chemical weathering process with the correct definition

A) Minerals dissolved in acidic water.
B) Positive ions lose electrons to oxygen.
C) Positive ions are replaced with H+ or OH-.

1) Dissolution
2) Oxidation
3) Hydrolysis


Answers: 1) A 2) B 3) C

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