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WorksheetsWeathering of rocks
Total questions: 6
Worksheet time: 4mins
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1.
Weathering is defined as.....
a)
the displacement of soil through wind or water
b)
the removal of nutrients from a soil
c)
the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces
d)
the changes in weather patterns affecting agricultural practices
2.
Give THREE reasons why rock weathering is important.
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3.
What type of weathering mechanism is taking place in the picture
a)
Physical
b)
Chemical
c)
Reduction
d)
Biological
4.
What type of reaction is the following:
CO2 + H2O ----> H2CO3
a)
Oxidation
b)
Reduction
c)
Hydrolysis
d)
Carbonation
5.
What type of weathering mechanism is taking place in the picture?
a)
Biological
b)
Erosion
c)
Physical
d)
Wind
6.
Name this reaction:
2Fe2O3 + 3H2O ----> 2Fe2O3.3H2O
a)
Oxidation
b)
Hydration
c)
Dissolution
d)
Carbonation
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