The process that breaks down rock at the Earth's surface through disintegration of rocks into mineral particles or dissolving it into water is known as
A) erosion.
B) mass movement.
C) landmass denudation.
D) weathering.

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The process described is weathering, which is the breakdown of rock at the Earth's surface through physical or chemical means. Erosion refers to the movement of rock fragments or sediment caused by wind, water, or ice. Mass movement is the downslope movement of soil and sediment due to gravity. Landmass denudation is a broader term that encompasses both weathering and erosion, but it is not as specific as choosing weathering as the answer.

The Process That Breaks Down Rock at the Earth's Surface