Which of the following is CORRECT regarding joints?
A)Joints decrease the amount of exposed surface area of rocks.
B)Joint impede both physical and chemical weathering.
C)Joints are small,localized fault planes along which movement occurs.
D)Joints are fractures in rock that occur without displacement on either side.

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Joints are fractures in rock that do not involve displacement on either side. They occur when rock is subjected to tensile stress, causing the rock to crack and create a joint. Joints can increase the surface area exposed to weathering, as they create more spaces for water and air to enter and break down the rock. However, they do not necessarily impede weathering.

Which of the Following Is CORRECT Regarding Joints