Physical and Chemical Weathering review

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What is the breakdown of rock material by physical and chemical processes?

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Weathering

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What can cause rock to dissolve in groundwater?

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Acids

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What change can occur to rock surfaces during oxidation, indicating a chemical reaction?

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Color change

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What is the process of breaking down and wearing away rock material by the mechanical action of other rocks?

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Abrasion

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As roots grow, what effect do they have on rocks?

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They put pressure on rocks, causing expansion.

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What are the two main types of weathering?

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Physical weathering and chemical weathering.

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What is physical weathering?

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The mechanical breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition.

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What is chemical weathering?

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The breakdown of rocks through chemical reactions, altering their composition.

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How does temperature affect physical weathering?

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Temperature changes can cause expansion and contraction, leading to rock fractures.

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What role does water play in chemical weathering?

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Water can facilitate chemical reactions and transport dissolved minerals.