Weathering and Erosion

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What happens to a rock when it weathers?

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It breaks into small pieces.

Front

Caves are most likely to form from the chemical weathering of which kind of rock?

Back

Limestone.

Front

What is a rapid landform change in which a large chunk of earth falls from its original position?

Back

Landslide.

Front

What type of weathering does abrasion cause?

Back

Physical weathering.

Front

What is ice wedging an example of?

Back

Physical weathering.

Front

Define weathering.

Back

The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

Front

What is erosion?

Back

The process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.

Front

What are the two main types of weathering?

Back

Physical weathering and chemical weathering.

Front

Give an example of physical weathering.

Back

Ice wedging.

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What is chemical weathering?

Back

The process that breaks down rocks through chemical reactions.