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प्रश्न
Distinguish between the following pair:
Weathering and erosion
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उत्तर
Weathering :
It is the process by which rocks on the land surface break down or crumble because of the action of the elements of weather such as rain, frost, and temperature changes.
Erosion :
It is the process by which the weathered materials are transported elsewhere by agents such as running water, moving ice waves, and winds.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Soil formation is an important benefit of weathering. How is it important for mankind?
How are erosional plains formed?
What is weathering? Illustrate the process graphically.
What do you understand by the following term:|
Exfoliation
What do you understand by the following term:|
Carbonation
What do you understand by the following term:|
Humus
Match the following pairs correctly:
| A | B |
| (a) A soil formed at a place or a particular site | Alluvium |
| (b) Over a long period of time this soil become mature | Transported soil |
| (c) It is most fertile soil when renewed every year | Podzol |
| (d) This soil is found is cool or cold humid areas | Residual |
What do you understand by the following term:
Soil profile
Account for the two types of weathering.
Give a geographical reason:
Oxidation changes the size and colour of the rocks.
