Weathering

Mechanical weathering changes the size of a rock.

• True

• False

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Chemical weathering changes the materials in a rock.

• True

• False

Ice wedging is a chemical weathering process

• True

• False

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

A rock with a great deal of surface area weathers more easily

• True

• False

Weathering prevents plants from getting water and substances it contains

• True

• False

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

Acid rain causes less chemical weathering than normal rain

• True

• False

Oxidation is a type of mechanical weathering

• True

• False

Dissolving can be an example of chemical weathering

• True

• False

Most types of weathing are slower in cold, dry places.

• True

• False

Rocks containing minerals with low hardness undergo mechanical weathering more easily.

• True

• False