The type of weathering caused by physical means is what type of weathering?

Answer 1

Mechanical (physical) weathering is the breakdown of rock into smaller particles due to such factors as freezing and thawing, release of pressure, water absorption, salt crystal formation, landmass uplift, expansion and contraction from the sun or fire, plant root growth, actions of animals, abrasion, or other means that do not directly affect the rock's chemistry.

Answer 2

The type of weathering caused by physical means is called mechanical weathering. It involves the physical breakdown of rocks into smaller fragments without changing their chemical composition. Examples include frost wedging, abrasion, and root wedging.

Answer 3

Mechanical weathering may occur by means of temperature changes. Mechanical weathering goes through a variety of different erosion processes.

Answer 4

•Aeolian

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•Biological weathering

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•Exfoliation

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•Thermal Expansion

Answer 5

Here are some types-

Ice/Frost Wedging

Thermal Expansion

Thermal Contraction

Root Expansion

Exfoliation

Answer 6

it is physical weathering. it is also called mechanical weathering

Answer 7

The action of weathering forces on landforms and structure. Eg waves, water, glacier, wind, and gravity.