Question

Which of the following is a result of a change in pressure?

A. Oxidation
B. Frost wedging
C. Exfoliation
D. Chemical feathering

Answer 1

The answer is C. The type of weathering that occurs due to changes in pressure is a mechanical type. Exfoliation is one type of mechanical weathering where rocks weather by peeling.

Answer 2

The correct answer is option C. "Exfoliation".

Step-by-step explanation:

Exfoliation, also known as "sheeting", are a type of geological weathering that results of a change in pressure. The change in pressure could be the result of multiple phenomenon, including pressure release or pressure increment due to water precipitation. Exfoliation results in rocks fracturing in a surface-parallel way or the removing of outer layers, that is the reason why is also known as "sheeting".