Exploring Weathering

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Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributes to weathering?

  • Gravity (correct)
  • Water
  • Atmospheric gases
  • Sunlight

What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

  • Weathering is a physical process, while erosion is a chemical process
  • Weathering is caused by water, while erosion is caused by wind
  • Weathering involves the breakdown of rocks, while erosion involves the transport of rocks
  • Weathering occurs in situ, while erosion involves movement of rocks (correct)

What are the two main types of weathering?

  • Biological and mechanical weathering
  • Physical and chemical weathering (correct)
  • Chemical and biological weathering
  • Mechanical and biological weathering

Which agent is the principal contributor to both physical and chemical weathering?

<p>Water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for chemical weathering caused by biological action?

<p>Biological weathering (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Physical weathering involves the breakdown of rocks and soils through the mechanical effects of heat, water, ice, or other ______.

<p>agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

Chemical weathering involves the chemical reaction of water, atmospheric gases, and biologically produced chemicals with rocks and ______.

<p>soils</p> Signup and view all the answers

Water is the principal ______ behind both physical and chemical weathering.

<p>agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

Chemical weathering by biological action is also known as ______ weathering.

<p>biological</p> Signup and view all the answers

Weathering occurs in situ (on-site, with little or no ______), and so is distinct from erosion.

<p>movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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