What is weathering?
Weathering

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces through physical, chemical, or biological means.
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What is physical weathering?
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Physical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks without changing their chemical composition, often through forces like wind, water, or ice.
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What is chemical weathering?
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Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, often due to reactions with water, acids, or gases.
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Give an example of physical weathering.
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An example of physical weathering is when water freezes in the cracks of rocks, causing them to break apart.
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Give an example of chemical weathering.
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An example of chemical weathering is when acid rain reacts with limestone, causing it to dissolve.
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What role do plants play in weathering?
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Plants can contribute to weathering through root growth that breaks apart rocks and by producing acids that chemically weather minerals.
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What is erosion?
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Erosion is the process by which weathered rock and soil are moved from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.
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