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Weathering
Geology weathering processes
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the 2 main types of weathering | Mechanical and chemical |
| Rocks are broken into pieces by this process | Mechanical weathering |
| Rocks are broken down by chemical processes | Chemical Weathering |
| Mass transport of sediment downhill | Mass Wasting |
| 3 types of mechanical weathering | Frost Wedging; Pressure Release; biological activities |
| Occurs when water creeps into cracks in rocks and freezes, then expands | Frost wedging |
| Expansion of rocks due to removal of overburden | Pressure release |
| Actions by life forces which decompose or break down rocks | Biological activities (weathering) |