Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0134074254
ISBN 13: 978-0-13407-425-2

Chapter 6 - Section 6.2 - Mechanical Weathering - Graphics 6.1 - Page 185: 1

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1. Frost Wedging: Water enters cracks in rocks, freezes, and expands, causing the rock to break apart. 2. Thermal Expansion: Repeated heating and cooling of rocks cause them to expand and contract, leading to cracking and disintegration. 3. Exfoliation: The outer layers of rocks peel away due to the release of pressure as overlying rocks erode, resulting in sheet-like layers or shells. 4. Abrasion: Rocks are physically worn down and broken into smaller pieces by the friction and impact of other rocks, water, wind, or ice.

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