Chemical weathering of rocks is much greater in a place with
cold and dry climate
cold and humid climate
hot and humid climate
hot and dry climate
A
cold and dry climate
B
hot and dry climate
C
hot and humid climate
D
cold and humid climate
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Chemical weathering, also known as decomposition or decay, is the breakdown of rock by chemical mechanisms. These chemical processes need water, and occur more rapidly at higher temperature, so warm, damp climates are best.
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