How do some plant roots cause chemical weathering?

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How do some plant roots cause chemical weathering?

2006-07-29 12:41:30 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

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Some live plants have roots which secrete an acid. The acid will dissolve rock such that the root can get a more secure hold on the rock. Reaction with this acid is chemical weathering.

2006-07-29 13:08:38 · answer #1 · answered by math guru 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

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2006-07-29 19:44:58 · answer #2 · answered by cyclist_46 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋