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प्रश्न
Distinguish between the following :
Erosion and Weathering.
फरक स्पष्ट करा
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उत्तर
Erosion :
- Erosion includes the work of weathering away of rocks of the earth.
- It involves motion.
- River, glacier, wind are its main agents.
Weathering :
- Weathering is the breaking of rocks by elements of the atmosphere.
- It involves no motion.
- Temperature, frost, wind, plants and animals are its main agents.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Write whether the statement are true or false. Correct the incorrect one.
The breaking down of rocks into smaller particles is called weathering.
Complete the flowchart below.
Soil formation is an important benefit of weathering. How is it important for mankind?
What is weathering?
What is known as mass wasting?
Give a technical term for the following:
Expansion of minerals in rocks on coming into contact with rainwater.
Distinguish between :
Loess and Alluvium.
How is humus formed?
Give reasons for the following :
Climate is the most important factor of soil formation.
Give a geographical reason:
Oxidation changes the size and colour of the rocks.
