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Assertion (A): Karst topography is formed in the regions of limestone rocks. Reason (R): Karst topography is formed as a result of physical weathering. - Geography

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Assertion (A): Karst topography is formed in the regions of limestone rocks.

Reason (R): Karst topography is formed as a result of physical weathering.

Options

  • Both A and R are true and R is the correct reason for A.

  • Both A and R are true but R is not the correct reason for A.

  • A is true and R is false.

  • A is false and R is true.

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Assertion and Reasoning
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Solution

A is true and R is false.

Explanation:

Karst topography is indeed formed in regions of limestone rocks (A is true). However, it is caused mainly by chemical weathering through the dissolution of limestone by acidic water, not by physical weathering (R is false).

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Chapter 9: Weathering and Denudation - SOLVE AND SCORE [Page 89]

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Rachna Sapra Geography [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 9 Weathering and Denudation
SOLVE AND SCORE | Q B 3. | Page 89
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