Which process is primarily responsible for weathering of rocks in desert climates?
A. Freeze-thaw action
B. Biological activity
C. Chemical weathering
D. Thermal expansion
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Thermal expansion due to extreme diurnal temperature changes causes physical weathering in deserts.This repeated heating and cooling causes rocks to fracture.Freeze-thaw is more effective in cold climates.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Geomorphology And Surface Processes
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