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Geology 101: Weathering

Created by ladymacb29

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Geology 101 Weathering game quiz
"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!"

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  



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.
    Abrasion
    Frost wedging
    Organic Activity
    Thermal Expansion and Contraction


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


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


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

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