Chemical and Physical Weathering

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During chemical weathering, what can happen to the type of rock that has undergone chemical weathering?

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A new rock is produced that is different from the original rock.

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What kind of weathering is occurring in this picture?

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chemical weathering

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Rust that forms on rocks or metal because of extended exposure to oxygen is an example of what kind of weathering?

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chemical

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Which of the following is an example of chemical weathering? Options: Acid rain dissolving limestone, roots breaking into concrete, paper being ripped, Water running over rocks

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Acid rain dissolving limestone

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All of the following are causes of physical weathering except... plant growth, wind, carbonic acid, running water

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carbonic acid

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How does freezing water cause the weathering of rocks?  The freezing water—

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expands cracks and breaks rocks

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What is physical weathering?

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Rocks are broken into smaller pieces without changing their composition.

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Chemical weathering does not change the mineral composition of the weathered rock.

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False

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Weathering can change roads, sidewalks, buildings and sculptures over time.

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True

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Chemical weathering

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May change the size of a piece of rock, but definitely changes the composition.