Practice Weathering (3.2.2.1) - Changing Face of the Earth

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Question 1.
What is weathering?
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Think about how rocks can change over time.
Question 2.
Name one type of weathering.
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Remember the types we discussed.
3Question 3.
What is chemical weathering?
- A) Only physical breakdown of rocks.
- B) Breakdown that involves chemical reactions.
- C) The role of living organisms in disintegration.
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Think about how substances like acids interact with rocks.
4Question 4.
True or False: Biological weathering only occurs in the presence of animals.
- True
- False
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Consider all living influences on rocks, not just animals.
Question 5.
Discuss how weathering could impact human agriculture in a given region.
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Consider both the benefits and potential drawbacks of weathering.
Question 6.
Design an experiment to observe mechanical weathering using common items found outdoors.
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Consider what tangible effects you expect to see as the temperature varies.

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