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Science Chapter 10
Chapter 10 Vocabulary Words 1-15
Term | Definition |
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Weathering | the natural process by which atmospheric and environmental agents, such as wind, rain, and temperature changes, disintegrate and decompose rocks |
Mechanical Weathering | the process by which rocks break down into smaller pieces by physical means |
Abrasion | the grinding and wearing away of rock surfaces through the mechanical action of other rock or sand particles |
Chemical Weathering | the process by which rocks break down as a result of chemical reactions |
Acid Precipitaion | rain, sleet, or snow that contains a high concentration of acids |
Differential Weathering | the process by which softer, less weather resistant rocks wear away at a faster rate than harder, more weather resistant rocks do |
Soil | a loose mixture of rock fragments, organic material, water, and air that can support the growth of vegetation |
Parent Rock | a rock formation that is the source of soil |
Bedrock | the layer of rock beneath soil |
Soil Texture | the soil quality that is based on the proportions of soil particles |
Soil Stucture | the arrangement of soil particles |
Humus | dark, organic material formed in soil from the decayed remains of plants and animals |
Leaching | the removal of substances that can be dissolved from rock, ore, or layers of soil due to the passing of water |
Soil Conservation | a method to maintain the fertility of the soil by protecting the soil from erosion and nutrient loss |
Erosion | the process by which wind, water, ice, or gravity transports soil and sediment from one location to another |