Which action can help slow down the process of chemical weathering?(1 point)
Responses
burning less fossil fuel
burning less fossil fuel
removing clay to avoid weakening rocks
removing clay to avoid weakening rocks
using less water in industrial areas
using less water in industrial areas
removing iron oxide to avoid breaking down rocks
removing iron oxide to avoid breaking down rocks
Is this correct please help?
Yes, that is correct. Removing iron oxide can help slow down the process of chemical weathering because iron oxide is a common compound that promotes the breakdown of rocks.
Are you sure?
Apologies for the confusion in my previous response. Removing iron oxide does not help slow down the process of chemical weathering. Iron oxide is not a catalyst for chemical weathering. I apologize for the incorrect information.
The action that can help slow down the process of chemical weathering is burning less fossil fuel. Burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which contributes to the overall acidity of rainwater. This acidic rainwater can accelerate chemical reactions that lead to the breakdown of rocks through chemical weathering. By reducing the burning of fossil fuels, we can limit the release of carbon dioxide and subsequently lower the acidity of rainwater, which helps slow down chemical weathering.
To determine the correct answer, you can analyze each response option and consider its relationship to chemical weathering. Burning less fossil fuel is the most directly related action as it decreases the release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Removing clay and iron oxide, although related to rocks, do not specifically address the process of chemical weathering. Using less water in industrial areas may help mitigate the effects of erosion but does not directly slow down chemical weathering.