Weathering Flashcards
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Q
What is weathering?
A
the breaking down of rocks
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Q
Physical weathering occurs when rocks are changed by
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water, wind and ice
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Q
Two types of weathering can break down rocks. These forces work together, each one making rocks a bit weaker. Most of these changes to rocks take a very long time. Which statement is NOT true?
A
a. The forces of weathering work together
b. There are two types of weathering
c. Weathering makes rocks stronger
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Q
What changes rocks?
A
moving water
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Q
Chemical weathering
A
weakens rocks
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Q
Freezing and thawing are examples of
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physical weathering
