The process of breaking down rocks and minerals at or near the Earth's surface by physical, chemical, or biological means is called?

Erosion
Weathering
Deposition
Transportation

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Answer:

Option B: Weathering

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Weathering”.

Weathering is the disintegration and decomposition of rocks and minerals at or near the Earth's surface by physical, chemical, or biological processes.