Chemical weathering & mass movement

What aspects of a rock are affected by chemical weathering.

• mineral composition

• size

• hardness of rock

In which areas are chemical weathering processes dominant?

• In dry, wet climate

• In warm, wet climate

• In dry, cold climate

Choose all the agents which are involved in chemical weathering.

• Water

• air

• machinery

• acids

Which process affects the mineral feldspar?

• carbonation

• solution

• hydrolysis

• oxidation

What is the result of the mineral decomposition of feldspar?

• Clay

• Rock salts

• Rust

• Exfoliation

Which rock is indicated in the image?

• Granite

• Coal

• Limestone

• Mica

What is the name of the compound which results from carbonate?

Name two minerals which are affected by oxidation.

Chemical weathering makes it easier for physical weathering to take place.

• True

• False

• Not at all

On a steep slope, the rocks move slowly downwards. This indicates that (a)   is taking place.