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_____ weathering physically breaks rock down into smaller pieces called _____. A. Chemical; clay B. Mechanical; clay C. Chemical; sediment D. Mechanical; sediment

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D. Mechanical; sediment

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Weathering is the gradual disintegration of rocks on the earth's surface into smaller particles called sediments to form soil. this might occur as a result of rain water, high temperature, human activities , plants and animals.

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