Physical and Chemical Weathering review

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What is oxidation?

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Oxidation is the process by which other chemicals in rock combine with oxygen in the air.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering is the breakdown of rocks by chemical reactions.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breakdown of rock material by physical and chemical processes.

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What is another term for mechanical weathering?

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Physical weathering is another term for mechanical weathering.

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What is abrasion?

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Abrasion is the breaking down and wearing away of rock material by the mechanical action of other rocks.

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What is physical weathering?

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Physical weathering is the breakdown of rocks through physical processes without changing their chemical composition.

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What are the main types of weathering?

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The main types of weathering are physical weathering and chemical weathering.

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What role does water play in chemical weathering?

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Water can dissolve minerals in rocks, leading to chemical reactions that break down the rock.

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What is exfoliation?

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Exfoliation is a type of physical weathering where layers of rock peel away due to temperature changes.

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How does temperature affect weathering?

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Temperature changes can cause rocks to expand and contract, leading to physical weathering.