Weathering Flashcards
1
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Physical weathering
A
The process by which rock is Brocken down into smaller pieces by physical changes
2
Q
Abrasion
A
Is the breaking down and wearing away of rock material by mechanical action of other rocks
3
Q
Chemical weathering
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Is the breakdown of rock by chemical reaction
4
Q
Oxidation
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The process by which chemicals combine with oxygen
5
Q
Weathering
A
The breakdown of rock materials by physical and chemical process
6
Q
Acid precipitation
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When these stronger acid fall to earth.