I can break down rock and create soil; I do my work slowly over time. What am I?
Category: Science · Difficulty: medium
Hint: Think about how mountains change over ages.
Answer
Natural weathering
Explanation
Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller particles, essential in soil formation.
This is a medium science riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is Natural weathering.
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