Sub Aerial processes Flashcards
1
Q
What is weathering?
A
The breakdown of rock
2
Q
What does subaerial process mean?
A
Occurring above the surface
3
Q
What is mechanical weathering?
A
Breaking down rocks using physical force
4
Q
What are Clasts?
A
Small pieces of rock
5
Q
What is freeze thaw weathering?
A
Water enters the cracks in the rock
Freezes and expands
Increases the size of the cracks over time
6
Q
What is chemical weathering?
A
Water reacting with minerals in the rock which weakens them and causes it to break down
