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5.1 Weathering Flashcard

5.1 Weathering Flashcard

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Science

11th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is weathering?

Back

Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces through physical, chemical, or biological means.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is physical weathering?

Back

Physical weathering is the mechanical breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition, often caused by temperature changes, freeze-thaw cycles, or abrasion.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is chemical weathering?

Back

Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, often through reactions with water, acids, or gases, leading to the formation of new minerals.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is spheroidal weathering?

Back

Spheroidal weathering is a type of weathering that results in rounded rock shapes due to the preferential weathering of corners and edges.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does water play in weathering?

Back

Water facilitates both physical and chemical weathering processes, such as freeze-thaw cycles and chemical reactions with minerals.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is ice wedging?

Back

Ice wedging is a physical weathering process where water seeps into cracks in rocks, freezes, expands, and causes the rock to break apart.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does surface area affect weathering?

Back

Increased surface area allows more exposure of rock to weathering agents, leading to a faster rate of weathering.

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