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    Given below are two statements Statement I: Chemical weathering involves disintegration and decomposition of minerals Statement II: Biological w
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    Given below are two statements
    Statement I: Chemical weathering involves disintegration and decomposition of minerals
    Statement II: Biological weathering accelerates physical and chemical weathering
    Choose the correct answer:

    A.

    Both Statement I and Statement II are true

    B.

    Both Statement I and Statement II are false

    C.

    Statement I is true, but Statement II is false

    D.

    Statement I is false, but Statement II is true

    Correct option is D


    Statement I is incorrect: Chemical weathering mainly involves decomposition (not disintegration) of minerals through reactions like hydrolysis, oxidation, etc.
    Statement II is correct: Biological weathering, through roots, microbes, and organisms, can enhance both physical and chemical weathering, making the process more effective.

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