Mechanical Weathering Processes (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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What is the process of mechanically breaking rocks into smaller pieces called?
What is the process of mechanically breaking rocks into smaller pieces called?
Mechanical weathering
Where does frost shattering primarily occur?
Where does frost shattering primarily occur?
Upland areas
What expands by 9% during freeze-thaw weathering?
What expands by 9% during freeze-thaw weathering?
Ice
Which type of weathering is also called onion peeling?
Which type of weathering is also called onion peeling?
Exfoliation
What causes rocks to peel off in exfoliation?
What causes rocks to peel off in exfoliation?
Expansion/contraction
Which climate zone is most linked to freeze-thaw weathering?
Which climate zone is most linked to freeze-thaw weathering?
Temperate
What accumulates on mountain slopes due to freeze-thaw?
What accumulates on mountain slopes due to freeze-thaw?
Scree
During which season does freeze-thaw weathering mainly happen?
During which season does freeze-thaw weathering mainly happen?
Winter
Why are desert rocks prone to exfoliation?
Why are desert rocks prone to exfoliation?
High daytime heat
What is the main effect of freeze-thaw on rock structures?
What is the main effect of freeze-thaw on rock structures?
Breaking rocks into smaller pieces