Limestone rock is made of calcium carbonate in the form of the mineral calcite - tiny skeletons of microscopic organisms in shallow seas. On it's way through the atmosphere to earth, precipitation in the form of rain collects some carbon dioxide and produces a weak acid, known as carbon acid, of which calcite, and thus calcium carbonate, is vulnerable to. When this acid reaches the limestone structure, it causes the limestone to "dissolve". In large limestone structures, little groves are formed on the surface because of this. Wider groves are known as grykes and the structure that stands between grykes is known as a clint. The grykes allow water to sink below the surface allowing caves and potholes to form.
Physical and Chemical
It causes chemical weathering because when it touches rocks, the rocks dissolve, forming caves.
Yes, popping candy like Pop Rocks undergoes a chemical change when it releases carbon dioxide gas upon contact with moisture in the mouth. The reaction between the candy ingredients and saliva causes the popping sensation and sound.
all rocks are made of minerals
Yes, the rock cycle involves both chemical and physical changes. Physical changes include processes like weathering and erosion, which break down rocks into smaller pieces. Chemical changes occur when these rocks undergo processes like metamorphism or melting and recrystallization to form new rocks.
Physical and Chemical
It causes chemical weathering because when it touches rocks, the rocks dissolve, forming caves.
Physical changes are changes affecting the form of a chemical substance, but not its chemical composition.
The chemical breakdown of rocks is called weathering. This process involves the physical and chemical breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces due to exposure to elements such as water, wind, and temperature changes.
Yes, popping candy like Pop Rocks undergoes a chemical change when it releases carbon dioxide gas upon contact with moisture in the mouth. The reaction between the candy ingredients and saliva causes the popping sensation and sound.
Chemical Weathering
all rocks are made of minerals
Three causes of chemical weathering of rocks are exposure to water, exposure to oxygen, and contact with acidic substances such as acid rain. These elements can break down the minerals in rocks by chemical reactions, leading to the weakening and eventual breakdown of the rock material.
Yes, the rock cycle involves both chemical and physical changes. Physical changes include processes like weathering and erosion, which break down rocks into smaller pieces. Chemical changes occur when these rocks undergo processes like metamorphism or melting and recrystallization to form new rocks.
false;by kaleb owens
Chemical weathering
Chemical weathering