Which of the following processes is NOT considered physical weathering?
A) near-surface fracturing
B) frost wedging
C) prying by plant roots
D) thermal expansion
E) oxidation

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Oxidation is a chemical weathering process, not a physical one. It involves the reaction of rock minerals with oxygen, leading to the formation of oxides. Physical weathering, on the other hand, involves the physical breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition.

Which of the Following Processes Is NOT Considered Physical Weathering