How does physical weathering change the surface area of rocks and affect the rate of chemical weathering?
A. Increases surface area and thereby decreases chemical weathering
B. Decreases surface area and thereby increases chemical weathering
C. Decreases surface area and thereby decreases chemical weathering
D. Increases surface area and thereby increases chemical weathering
Answer: D
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