Study this image and think about what the climate is like in this region.Which weathering process would you assume is responsible for material A?
A)Dissolution
B)Hydrolysis
C)Frost wedging
D)Exfoliation

Question

Study this image and think about what the climate is like in this region.Which weathering process would you assume is responsible for material A?
A)Dissolution 
B)Hydrolysis 
C)Frost wedging 
D)Exfoliation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The presence of large rocks that appear to have split apart suggests the weathering process of frost wedging. This occurs when water seeps into cracks and pores in rocks, freezes, expands, and causes the rock to split. This process is common in regions with freezing temperatures and moisture, such as in colder climates like the one depicted in the image.

Study This Image and Think About What the Climate Is