Weathering breaks or dissolves the rock and erosion transports the resultant sediments to another location. The result is a gradual reduction in the elevation of the mountain.
Mountain ranges or plateaus are typically less affected by erosion compared to other landforms like valleys or coastal areas. The steep slopes and solid rock composition of mountains as well as the flat elevated nature of plateaus make them more resistant to erosion processes such as weathering and mass wasting.
Sedimentary rock is created through the processes of erosion, weathering, compaction, and cementation. Erosion and weathering break down existing rocks into smaller particles, which are then transported and deposited. Over time, these sediments are compacted under pressure and cemented together by minerals, forming solid rock. Common examples of sedimentary rocks include sandstone, limestone, and shale.
Both types of weathering cause rocks and other solid materials to break apart/break down. Both types of weathering are the start of erosion processes.
The process of weathering caused by solid particles hitting or rubbing against rocks is called abrasion. This physical process can gradually wear down the surface of rocks over time, leading to erosion and a change in their appearance.
The least power to erode typically belongs to solid rock formations, particularly those composed of hard minerals like granite or basalt. These rocks are highly resistant to weathering and erosion due to their dense structure and durability. In contrast, softer materials like sand or clay are much more susceptible to erosion by wind and water. Thus, the resilience of solid rock makes it the least prone to erosion.
a mountain changes over millions of years due to erosion
a mountain changes over millions of years due to erosion
a mountain changes over millions of years due to erosion
No. They are separate processes. Weathering -chemical and physical breaks down solid rock into smaller particles and prepares it for transportation or erosion.
The sun does not have wethering, erosion, or deposition because it does not have a solid surface
Weathering and erosion breaks rocks into smaller pieces.
Because of the nature of the earth And because it is stronger than the erosion and weathering by far
No. Weathering and erosion refer to physical processes: frictional disintegration of solid (or mainly solid) objects due to the action of natural forces. However, there are nuclear processes (fusion) that will alter the elements in the core of the sun from light elements to heavier elements - ending with iron.
Mountain ranges or plateaus are typically less affected by erosion compared to other landforms like valleys or coastal areas. The steep slopes and solid rock composition of mountains as well as the flat elevated nature of plateaus make them more resistant to erosion processes such as weathering and mass wasting.
Sedimentary rock is created through the processes of erosion, weathering, compaction, and cementation. Erosion and weathering break down existing rocks into smaller particles, which are then transported and deposited. Over time, these sediments are compacted under pressure and cemented together by minerals, forming solid rock. Common examples of sedimentary rocks include sandstone, limestone, and shale.
Both types of weathering cause rocks and other solid materials to break apart/break down. Both types of weathering are the start of erosion processes.
Erosion or weathering are antonyms for lithification. Erosion refers to the processes that break down and remove rock and soil, while weathering is the process of wearing down or breaking apart rocks and minerals at or near the Earth's surface.