Exfoliation is mainly caused by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Exfoliation is mainly caused by:

A. Temperature Changes

B. River Erosion

C. Sea Waves

D. Glacial Action

Answer: Option A

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Exfoliation occurs when outer rock layers peel off due to expansion and contraction from temperature variations.

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