Question

Which processes are referred to as 'exogenic'?

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Option B: Processes originating on the Earth's surface

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Processes originating on the Earth's surface”.

Exogenic processes are geological phenomena that occur on or near the Earth's surface and are driven by forces from above, such as wind, water, ice, and plants.

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