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Rocks can usually weather faster in wet climates than dry climates because of water. For example, when it rains, the constant impact of the water hitting against the rock can gradually cause erosion. It can cause parts of the rock to break away.
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In wet climates granite weathers more slowly than?
marble
What increases the rate of chemical weathering of rock?
Chemical weathering can be increased if rainwater has is more acidic. Meaning it has a pH level higher than 5.5. Chemical weathering occurs quicker in warm and moist climates. :)
Does granite erode?
Yes, granite can erode, albeit very slowly, as it is a very srong, hard rock. All naturally occurring rocks will erode, given time
Why do the rocks at the peak of a mountain weather faster than the rocks at the bottom of the mountain?
Why do the rocks at the top of a moutain peak weather faster the ones at the bottom
What weathers faster marble or slate?
It depends on the marble and the slate, Vermont marble erodes faster than Maine slate, for example. Vermont marble is more often used in interior work. Maine slate is ideal for roofing.
Why do you think acid precipitation weathers rocks faster than normal precipitation?
Because there is acid in this precipitation than normal precipitation so it weathers the Rock alot faster because acid is very strong
In wet climates granite weathers more slowly than?
marble
What increases the rate of chemical weathering of rock?
Chemical weathering can be increased if rainwater has is more acidic. Meaning it has a pH level higher than 5.5. Chemical weathering occurs quicker in warm and moist climates. :)
Does granite erode?
Yes, granite can erode, albeit very slowly, as it is a very srong, hard rock. All naturally occurring rocks will erode, given time
Why do the rocks at the peak of a mountain weather faster than the rocks at the bottom of the mountain?
Why do the rocks at the top of a moutain peak weather faster the ones at the bottom
What makes rocks on mountain tops weather faster than rocks in valleys?
Wind
Why do rocks on the sides of mountains weather faster than rocks on level ground?
Elevation & Slope
Why do smaller rocks weather faster than big rocks?
Small particles weather faster than larger particles because they have a smaller surface area. For example, pebbles weather faster than boulders because the have less areas to cover.
Why does the peak of a mountain weather faster than the rocks at the bottom of the mountain?
they are exposed to more wind,rain,and ice than the rocks at lower elevation
How does snow help trees?
Snow melts faster under trees than in open areas in mild climates.
Why do rocks get heated and cooled faster than water?
Because they are more hollow.
What weathers faster marble or slate?
It depends on the marble and the slate, Vermont marble erodes faster than Maine slate, for example. Vermont marble is more often used in interior work. Maine slate is ideal for roofing.
