The given statement is False
Mechanical weathering is the process by which the large rocks are broken down into small ones. This process takes place near the surface of the planet. The hot days and cold nights also plays a major role in mechanical weathering. Rocks and plants also push the rocks and break them. The mechanical weathering is more frequent in cold climates; this is because the sunny day and the frozen nights help in contraction and relaxation of rocks those lads to mechanical weathering.