Sedimentary rock formation occurs when igneous, metamorphic, or other sedimentary rocks are exposed to the unyielding forces of nature found on the Earth's surface. The formation of sedimentary rock occurs by several processes over millions of years. Acid from rain water reacts chemically with minerals dissolving them or turning them into other minerals, often through the processes of oxidation or hydration. Which term describes the process when chemicals dissolve and break up rock to form sedimentary rock?

A) Deposition

B) Lithification

C) Physical weathering

D) Chemical weathering