Weathering Flashcard

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering is the breakdown of rock that results in a change in its chemical composition.

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What is mechanical weathering?

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Mechanical weathering is the physical breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition.

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How does gravity contribute to physical weathering?

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Gravity contributes to physical weathering by causing rocks to fall and break.

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What is deposition in geology?

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Deposition is the process where materials are added to a landform, such as the formation of sand dunes.

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What is biological weathering?

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Biological weathering involves the breakdown of rocks through the actions of plants and animals.

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What are stalactites and stalagmites?

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Stalactites and stalagmites are formations in caves created by the deposition of minerals from dripping water.

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What role does water play in chemical weathering?

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Water can mix with carbon dioxide to form carbonic acid, which dissolves minerals in rocks.

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What is an example of physical weathering?

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An example of physical weathering is the breaking of rocks due to freeze-thaw cycles.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving weathered rock and soil from one location to another.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breakdown of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.