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प्रश्न
Identify the type of weathering from the given description.
The rock rusts.
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उत्तर
Chemical weathering
Explanation:
This process occurs in rocks which have iron present in them. The iron in the rock comes in contact with water and chemical reaction takes place between iron and oxygen. Hence, a reddish coloured layer forms on the rocks. This is called rust.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Distinguish between the following pair
Hydration and solution
How do animals and plants assist in weathering?
Say whether the following is ‘True’ or ‘False’.
In Polar regions there is no chemical weathering.
Name few well known physical features caused by chemical weathering.
Distinguish between the following:
Mechanical Weathering’ and ‘Chemical Weathering’.
Distinguish between the following :
Solution and Hydration
Name the different processes of chemical weathering.
Give Reasons:
Chemical weathering is predominant in hot and humid zones.
Mention the agents of chemical weathering.
Statement: The Agents of chemical weathering are Oxygen, Carbon dioxide, and Hydrogen.
Reason: Chemical weathering is predominantly high in the hot and humid regions.
