Weathering
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5th - 6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is weathering?
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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the two main types of weathering?
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The two main types of weathering are mechanical (physical) weathering and chemical weathering.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is mechanical weathering?
Back
Mechanical weathering is the physical breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is chemical weathering?
Back
Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, often leading to the formation of new minerals.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is biological weathering?
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Biological weathering occurs when living organisms, such as plants and animals, contribute to the breakdown of rocks.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do plants cause weathering?
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Plants can cause weathering through their roots, which can grow into cracks in rocks and break them apart.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role does water play in weathering?
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Water can cause both mechanical and chemical weathering; it can freeze and expand in cracks, breaking rocks apart, and it can dissolve minerals.
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