What is physical weathering?
Physical Weathering

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Physical weathering is the process where rocks break down into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.
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What is mechanical weathering?
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Mechanical weathering is a type of physical weathering where rocks and minerals break down into smaller pieces.
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What is frost wedging?
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Frost wedging is a process of physical weathering where water seeps into cracks in rocks, freezes, and expands, causing the rocks to break apart.
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What is hydrolysis?
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Hydrolysis is a chemical weathering process where water reacts with minerals, leading to the breakdown of the minerals.
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What is oxidation in weathering?
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Oxidation is a chemical reaction where oxygen reacts with minerals, often leading to rusting in rocks.
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What is erosion?
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Erosion is the process of moving weathered material from one location to another, often by wind, water, or ice.
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What is temperature's role in weathering?
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Temperature changes can cause rocks to expand and contract, leading to physical weathering.
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