How does the character of a rock influence weathering

A. Rocks that are easily weathered and eroded generally form steep cliffs.
B. Fractures and other discontinuities block the entry of water into a rock and so make the rock more resistant to weathering.
C. Minerals that are soluble can be dissolved and reprecipitated and so are resistant to weathering.
D. Rocks that are broken have more surface area and so weather faster.
E. None of these choices are correct.


Answer: D

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