Vocabulary
Types of weathering
Key concepts
Random
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The following definition belongs to which word: The process by which natural forces break down rocks.
Weathering
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________ weathering changes a rocks composition
Chemical
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What is weathering
The process by which natural forces break down rocks
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This definition belongs to which word: This is the definition of which word: Breaking up of rocks by physical forces.
Mechanical weathering
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What is the definition of Chemical weathering
What is the breakdown of rocks by chemical reactions that change the rocks makeup, or composition.
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Ice, plant roots, and moving water can all cause ___________ weathering
Machanical
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What is rusting an effect of
Chemical weathering
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The following definition belongs to which word: The break down of rocks by chemical reactions that change the rocks' makeup, or composition.
Chemical weathering
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What is the definition of Mechanical weathering
The breaking up of rocks by physical forces
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The process of wearing something down by friction is called ________
Abrasion
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What is the definition of Abrasion
The process of wearing down by friction, the rubbing of one object or surface against another.
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What is one thing that can chemical weathering can cause
Rusting
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___________ is a process in which layers or sheets of rock break off
Exfoliation
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What can mechanical cause
Composition
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What is the definition of Exfoliation
Process in which layers or sheets of rock break off.
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What is one thing that mechanical weathering can cause
Composition
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How does acid rain affect stone
The slightly acidic water breakes down minerals in rocks.
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