What is weathering?
D4. Weathering Review

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces through physical, chemical, or biological means.
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What is mechanical weathering?
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Mechanical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.
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What is chemical weathering?
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Chemical weathering involves the breakdown of rocks through chemical reactions, resulting in changes to the rock's composition.
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What is erosion?
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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another, often by wind, water, or ice.
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What is the role of tree roots in weathering?
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Tree roots can cause mechanical weathering by growing into cracks in rocks and expanding, which can lead to the rocks breaking apart.
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What is acid rain?
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Acid rain is precipitation that contains high levels of sulfuric or nitric acids, which can lead to chemical weathering of rocks.
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What is exfoliation?
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Exfoliation is a type of mechanical weathering where layers of rock peel away due to temperature changes.
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