Roots growing in and cracking a rock is an example of __________.
A)biophysical weathering
B)frost wedging
C)root wedging
D)salt wedging

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Root wedging refers to the process of roots growing into cracks in rocks, causing them to expand and break apart. This is a type of biotic (living organism) weathering, where plant roots contribute to the breakdown of rocks. Frost wedging involves water freezing in the cracks of rocks, while salt wedging involves the crystallization of salt in rock cracks.

Roots Growing in and Cracking a Rock Is an Example