Question

A small rock lies on a slope near a tropical sea. What are three ways that the rock could be eroded?

1. During a rockfall, the rock could be carried down the slope.
2. Frost wedging could cause cracks in the rocks.
3. The heat of the sun could break down the rock.
4. Tall, powerful waves could carry the rock into the ocean.
5. The rock could react to seawater, break down, and be carried away by the sea.

Answer 1

answer-3, 4,5
explanation:3-the sunlight incident on the rock can weak the external structure of the rock and loosen particles
4-the waves can displaced the rocks away from the actual place causing erosion
5-the sea water can bring chemical change j. the rock structure and will enhance his weathering
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Answer 2

Answer: For Plato students the correct answer is

#2. Frost wedging could cause cracks in the rocks.

#4. Tall, powerful waves could carry the rock into the ocean.

#5. The rock could react to seawater, break down, and be carried away by the sea.

Explanation: There were so many different answers given by everyone but this is the correct answer if you are on Plato