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Mechanical weathering breaks rock into pieces by freezing and thawing,release of pressure, growth of plants, action of animals, and abrasion
Abdullah Schuster
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∙ 14y agoMechanical weathering is caused by impact, expansion or contraction of materials, and biological factors. For example ice, tree roots, and burrowing animals can cause mechanical weathering. :):)
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How many main causes cause mechanical weathering?
4 main causes cause mechanical weathering!
Do acids cause mechanical weathering?
No, acids cause chemical weathering.
Does ice cause weathering?
Yes, mechanical weathering.
Do plant roots cause mechanical weathering?
Plant roots cause Biological weathering which is indeed Mechanical in its nature. Animals burrowing is also a cause of Biological weathering.
Do tornadoes cause mechanical or chemical weathering?
Mechanical.
Is tree roots a direct cause of of mechanical weathering?
Tree roots can cause mechanical weathering. Roots will start to grow into cracks in rocks and eventually this will cause the rock to break apart. This is known as mechanical weathering.
What types of weathering that does not cause chemical changes?
mechanical weathering
What does acid cause?
mechanical weathering
Which is a cause of mechanical weathering?
physical forces
Is abrasion a cause of mechanical weathering?
yes
What cannot cause mechanical weathering?
Acid
Weathering that does not cause chemical changes is called?
It is classified as physical or mechanical weathering.
