Weathering and soil formation 1 +2

Weathering and soil formation 1 +2

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Science

6th Grade

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Claudia Mendez

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The grinding away of rock by other rock particles carried in water, ice, or wind

Back

abraison

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Ice wedging causes mechanical weathering of rock by means of

Back

freezing and thawing of water.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The growth of plant roots and animal activity may result in

Back

mechanical weathering

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What kind of weathering causes the mineral composition of rocks to change?

Back

chemical weathering

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A rock containing iron becomes soft and crumbly and reddish-brown in color. It probably has been chemically weathered by

Back

oxygen

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A hot and wet climate causes weathering to take place

Back

rapidly

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The most important factors in determining the rate of weathering are

Back

rock type and climate

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