Geography
Describe chemical weathering mentioning the processes involved in it.
Weathering
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Chemical weathering is the process in which some or all of the minerals in rocks undergo decay or alteration due to the action of water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and organic acids, forming new chemical compounds.
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Give a geographical reason for each of the following:
(i) Physical weathering is also called mechanical weathering.
(ii) Physical weathering is more rapid in desert climates.
(iii) Chemical weathering occurs in moist and cold climates.
Draw a well labelled diagram to show the process of physical weathering.
What is biological weathering? State the main agents of biological weathering.
Give a geographical reason for each of the following:
(i) Biological weathering is also known as organic weathering.
(ii) Vegetation prevents disintegration of rocks.
(iii) Chemical and biological weathering is negligible in polar climates.