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Geology 101: Weathering

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Fun Trivia : Quizzes : Earth Science : Geology 101: Weathering

Introduction:
"I'll give you the definition to the type of weathering, you pick which term it is from a Geology 101 class in the United States!"


1. Caused when overlying material is removed and intrusive igneous rock expands.
    Frost wedging
    Pressure-release fracturing
    Abrasion
    Organic activity


2. Caused when water seeps into cracks, freezes, widens crack, more water gets in, etc. Typically a daily cycle, though may be seasonal.
    Frost wedging
    Organic Activity
    Abrasion
    Thermal Expansion and Contraction


3. Caused by friction and impacts when water, wind, or ice carrying debris passes by another material.
    Thermal Expansion and Contraction
    Frost wedging
    Pressure-release fracturing
    Abrasion


4. Dissolving of rocks or minerals in the presence of water.
    Hydrolysis
    Saltation
    Oxidation
    Dissolution


5. Alteration of iron-rich rocks or minerals into other substances due to oxygen.
    Saltation
    Organic Activity
    Dissolution
    Oxidation


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