You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answers to these items:
Statement I: Chemical weathering processes are found more active in hot and humid environment.
Statement II: High temperature and rainfall help in the process of decomposition of rocks.

Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
Statement I is false but Statement II is true

Question

You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the answers to these items:
Statement I: Chemical weathering processes are found more active in hot and humid environment.
Statement II: High temperature and rainfall help in the process of decomposition of rocks.

Both the statements are individually true but Statement II is not the correct explanation of Statement I
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
Both the statements are individually true and Statement II is the correct explanation of Statement I
Statement I is false but Statement II is true

Toppr Admin · Accepted Answer

Chemical weathering-xA0-pertains to the changes in rock structure under the action or influence of chemical reactions- It is most active in warm and humid conditions-xA0-When rain falls- the water is slightly acidic-xA0-because carbon dioxide from the air dissolves in it-xA0-Minerals in rocks may react with the rainwater- causing the rock to be weathered-