Question

Which of the following occurs in moist and cold climates?

Options

• Mechanical Weathering

• Chemical Weathering

• Organic Weathering

• Physical Weathering

Answer 1

Chemical Weathering

Explanation:

Chemical weathering occurs more effectively in moist and cold climates. This is because, in such climates, water is abundant, and lower temperatures slow down the rate of evaporation, allowing chemical reactions to take place more efficiently. Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in the rock, such as oxidation or carbonation, which leads to the breakdown of rocks. Moisture helps in speeding up these reactions, making chemical weathering more prominent in such climates.