Question

Match the scenario with the type of weathering in action.

The root of a huge tree causes cracks in a rocky surface.
Part of a cliff breaks and falls due to waves.
Acid rain reacts with calcite present in limestone.
a) Mechanical weathering; Chemical weathering; Biological weathering
b) Chemical weathering; Mechanical weathering; Biological weathering
c) Biological weathering; Mechanical weathering; Chemical weathering

Answer 1

The scenario in which the root of a huge tree causes cracks in a rocky surface represents Mechanical weathering. The scenario in which part of a cliff breaks and falls due to waves represents Mechanical weathering. The scenario in which acid rain reacts with calcite present in limestone represents Chemical weathering.

Step-by-step explanation:

The scenario in which the root of a huge tree causes cracks in a rocky surface represents Mechanical weathering. The scenario in which part of a cliff breaks and falls due to waves represents Mechanical weathering. The scenario in which acid rain reacts with calcite present in limestone represents Chemical weathering.