Physical vs Chemical Weathering

Statue of Liberty has changed colors over time because oxygen has caused the surface of the copper it is made of to change into a new chemical (just like copper pennies turn green). What kind of weathering is this?

• chemical weathering

• physical weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Acid rain has worn away the features on this statue. What type of weathering is this?

• chemical weathering

• physical weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

The rocks in this stream have gradually worn down from the water and particles in the water rubbing on them over time (abrasion). What kind of weathering is this?

• chemical weathering

• physical weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

This freezing water is expanding, causing the crack in the rock to widen (frost action). What kind of weathering is this?

• chemical weathering

• physical weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

These plant roots are widening cracks in the rock. What kind of weathering is this?

• chemical weathering

• physical weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

This arch was formed by wind and particles carried by the wind rubbing on the rock over time (abrasion). What type of weathering is this?

• chemical weathering

• physical weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Burrowing animals like this one dig holes in the ground, breaking up soils. What kind of weathering is this?

• chemical weathering

• physical weathering

Does this show signs of physical or chemical weathering?

• Physical Weathering

• Chemical Weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Does this show signs of physical or chemical weathering?

• Physical Weathering

• Chemical Weathering

Does this show signs of physical or chemical weathering?

• Physical Weathering

• Chemical Weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2