Weathering Flashcards
What are the three main types of weathering?
chemical, mechanical, and biological
examples of chemical weathering
chemical weathering include rocks undergoing changes due to water, carbon dioxide, and acids
various factors that contribute to weathering
water, ice, acids, salts, plants, animals, and temperature changes
also known as physical weathering
mechanical weathering
nvolves minerals in rocks undergoing changes due to chemical reactions caused by elements like water, carbon dioxide, and acids
chemical weathering
caused by factors like frost, moving water, and heat from the sun
Mechanical Weathering
a famous canyon that is an example of the effect of weathering
Grand Canyon
its impact on nature are highlighted
biological weathering
where living organisms like plants, animals, and other creatures break down rocks into smaller pieces
Biological Weathering
What are some famous formations affected by weathering mentioned in the file?
Carlsbad Caverns National Park and the Grand Canyon
What is the impact of biological weathering on nature
Biological weathering impacts nature by breaking down rocks into smaller pieces
involves changes due to chemical reactions
chemical weathering
is physical and caused by factors like frost
Mechanical weathering