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Question
Identify the type of weathering from the given description.
The rock rusts.
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Solution
Chemical weathering
Explanation:
This process occurs in rocks which have iron present in them. The iron in the rock comes in contact with water and chemical reaction takes place between iron and oxygen. Hence, a reddish coloured layer forms on the rocks. This is called rust.
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