Weathering

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What is weathering?

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A process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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How does a weathered mountain differ from an unweathered mountain?

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The weathered mountain would appear rounder in shape.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What impact does weathering have on soil formation?

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Rocks are broken down into smaller pieces, and finally into sediment.

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What might cause mechanical weathering?

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Growing plants and expanding ice.

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What process hollows out limestone caves?

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Chemical weathering.

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What is mechanical weathering?

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The physical breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.

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What is chemical weathering?

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The process that alters the chemical structure of rocks, often through reactions with water or acids.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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Give an example of mechanical weathering.

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Frost wedging, where water freezes in cracks of rocks and expands.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What role do plants play in weathering?

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Plant roots can grow into cracks in rocks, breaking them apart.

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How does acid rain contribute to weathering?

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Acid rain can chemically react with minerals in rocks, leading to their breakdown.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2