As ________ increases the surface area of a rock or mineral, this allows ________ to occur at a faster rate.
A)chemical weathering, mechanical weathering
B)infernal weathering, mechanistic weathering
C)mechanical weathering, chemical weathering
D)recrystallization, carnal weathering

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Mechanical weathering refers to the physical breakdown of rocks and minerals, increasing their surface area. This, in turn, allows for chemical weathering to occur at a faster rate as more of the surface area is exposed to chemical reactions. Therefore, option C is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect as it reverses the cause and effect of the process. Option B and D are both incorrect as they do not accurately describe the weathering processes involved.

As ________ Increases the Surface Area of a Rock or Mineral