mass movement and weathering Flashcards
1
Q
what is weathering?
A
breaking down/dissolving of rocks and minerals
2
Q
what are the 3 types of weathering?
A
mechanical
biological
chemical
3
Q
how does weathering effect erosion?
A
the greater the weathering process the greater the rates of erosion
4
Q
what is mass movement?
A
downhill movement of sediment that moves because of gravity
5
Q
what landscapes does mass movement create?
A
rotational scars
talus scree slopes
terraced cliff profiles
