Question

Among the types of weathering mentioned below, the minerals present in the rock undergo changes in their chemical composition. Identify the type of weathering.

Options

• Exfoliation

• Hydration

• Granular weathering

• Block disintegration

Answer 1

Hydration

Explanation:

In hydration weathering, minerals in the rock undergo chemical changes by absorbing water, altering their chemical composition. Other options refer to physical weathering where only the rock breaks down without chemical changes.