Denudation Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two main processes of denudation?
A
Weathering
Erosion
2
Q
What is weathering?
A
Breaking down of exposed rock on the earths surface
3
Q
What is erosion?
A
Breakdown and transportation of loose material
4
Q
Name the three types of weathering?
A
Mechanical
Chemical
Biological
5
Q
What is mechanical weathering?
A
This is when rocks are broken up into smaller pieces by temperature changes
Eg freeze thaw action
6
Q
What is chemical weathering?
A
This is when rocks dissolve into smaller pieces due to natural chemical reaction
7
Q
What is biological weathering?
A
Rocks are broken into smaller pieces by plants and animal movement
8
Q
What is denudation?
A
It is the breakdown and removal of parts of the earths crust
