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NABTEB Geography 2024 Objective — Question 26

Question 26 of 50 from the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) Geography 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following best explains the breaking down of well jointed rocks into large rectangular shaped features by mechanical weathering?

  • A. A. Block disintegrationCorrect
  • B. B. Exfoliation dome
  • C. C. Landslide
  • D. D. Solifluction

Explanation

Block disintegration occurs when well-jointed rocks, particularly those with distinct and orthogonal joint patterns are weathered and eroded along these joints.

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