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There are two types of weathering that occur: chemical weathering and physical weathering. One example of physical weathering is crushing a rock with a hammer. An example of chemical weathering is acid rain where the material is chemically broken down because of the rain's acidity.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe process of weathering of earth materials and landforms does not have an exact or specific time. It is a day to day continuous action and activities of its agents that eventually leads to weathering.
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∙ 13y agoBecause Earth experiences temperature differences, erosion and uplift, wind, the heat from the sun, precipitation of various sorts, and has gravity.
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How fast does weathering occur?
Weathering and erosion occur all the time even when mountains are forming
Did weathering and erosion occur slower in the past?
No
Does mass movement occur after weathering?
Yes
Does weathering occur quickly or slowly?
very very slowly.
Where is mechanical weathering most likely to occur?
it is found in a desert
How fast does weathering occur?
Weathering and erosion occur all the time even when mountains are forming
In what type of weathering does salt wedging occur?
mechanical weathering
What does weathering occur?
In the Stratosphere
Where does weathering of a rock take place?
Weathering of rocks occur on the outer surface.
What type of weathering does not happen in the desert?
Mechanical and chemical weathering both occur.
How does physical weathering make the job easier for chemical weathering?
Physical weathering, such as cracks, creates more surface area for chemical weathering to occur on.
When does weathering occur most?
Chemical weathering in the warm, wet season and mechanical weathering in the cool, dry season.
Did weathering and erosion occur slower in the past?
No
Does mass movement occur after weathering?
Yes
Why does weathering occur faster in higher elevations?
weathering occurs faster at high elevations because
Where on earth does living organisms of weathering occur?
Weathering by living organisms is possible practically anywhere.
What is weathering by acid rain?
Acidic rain causes chemical weathering to occur. Dissolution in particular.
