Climate and Landscape (OCR GCSE Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds)): Flashcards
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Weathering
Weathering
Rocks broken down over time by natural processes
Weathering vs erosion difference
Weathering vs erosion difference
Weathering breaks rocks in place; erosion transports material
Three types of weathering
Three types of weathering
Mechanical, chemical, biological
Mechanical weathering
Mechanical weathering
Temperature changes cause physical breaking of rocks
Chemical weathering
Chemical weathering
Rock decomposition through chemical reactions
Biological weathering
Biological weathering
Rock breakdown by plants or animals
Water expansion % when frozen
Water expansion % when frozen
Approximately 9%
Best conditions for freeze-thaw
Best conditions for freeze-thaw
Temps regularly fluctuate around 0°C
UK climate type
UK climate type
Temperate (moderate)
Where chemical weathering most active
Where chemical weathering most active
Areas with high rainfall