WAEC Geography 2024 Objective — Question 29
Question 29 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Geography 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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29. In which of the following regions will weathering by frost action occur throughout the year?
- A. Cool temperateCorrect
- B. Equatorial
- C. Monsoon
- D. Mediterranean
Explanation
Frost weathering occurs when water seeps into cracks and joints in rock, freezes and expands, causing the rock to break apart. In cool temperate regions, frost action can occur throughout the year, especially at higher elevations or in areas with permafrost.
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