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Yes. The force of moving water itself can cause parts of the main rock body to break off. Additionally, acids present in rain or groundwater can chemically weather rock.
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Why do different rocks weather at different rates?
Depending on the minerals in their composition, some rocks are harder than others. Rocks that contain minerals with higher ratings on the Mohs scale are harder, and would erode more slowly than other rocks.
What are some differences between weather in the savanna and the water in savanna?
the savanna is a hot place with lots of water the difference between the savanna weather and the savanna water is that, the water in the savanna is cold. The weather in savanna is hot
What are some abiotic factors in the Sahara desert?
rocks sand water
What chemicals are Venus made from?
rocks and minerals there is also some water.
What rock would have the fastest rate of weathering in a warm wet climate?
Most rocks do not "grow". Some rocks can grow and caves are one of the few places you can see it happen. Of course, rocks do not grow like you do and they get bigger over thousands of years. You could watch all day and not see any growth. Hot weather and cold weather do not affect the growth patterns of these rocks, but it could damage or cause rocks like the sedimentary rock, to wear down over time.
Why are some rocks more permeable than others?
Some rocks are softer and more sedimentary than others. This allows water to weather them faster, thus causing higher permeability.
Do all rocks weather the same way?
Erosion rates depend on the composition of the rocks and how they are attacked by the environment.Different kinds of rocks have different composition and will erode at different rates.Rocks in different places will be affected differently by wind, water, ice, rain, pollutants, etc. and so they will erode at different rates.
How has Stonehenge changes over time?
Stone Henge has changed by either the weather knocking down some of the rocks that were standing alone or on top of each other or people have been chipping away at the rocks and have wanted to bring pieces of the stone back to their families.
Why do weather rocks have rust streaks?
Some weathered rocks have rust streaks due to the iron content in the rocks. When rocks that have ferrous iron are weathered there will be rust streaks present.
What are some non-living parts of a freshwater ecosystem?
rocks, sand, water
Are there rocks under water?
Yes. That is why some rivers have rapids. Water going over rocks create them.
Do rocks contain water in them?
Yes some do
If you dig deep in the ground in UK do you get hot rocks or water?
At some depths you will get water. At some depths you will get hot rocks. All depends on location.
Do igneous rocks let water in?
Some do some don't.
What kinds of rocks are changed by weathering?
All rocks are changed, but it depends on the density. A smooth, hard volcanic rock may take a while to weather because it has less friction, but a bumpy less dense rock may weather faster. However, all rocks wear down by means such as human touching, water, wind, or friction with other rocks. For example in tourist caves some rocks have become smooth from the human touch repeated over and over.
What do the five agents of erosion do?
They weather away rocks and form some surface features of the Earth.
How does matter in rocks change to matter in water?
Water can dissolve some of the matter found in rocks. Also, through the alternating processes of freezing and melting, water can cause pieces of rocks to fall into it.
