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प्रश्न
What is the chief characteristic of weathering in tropical climates?
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उत्तर
Tropical climates are noted for distinct dry and wet season and high rate of evaporation. During the rainy season the oxides of iron and aluminium are dissolved in water and mix up with the soil to form laterite soils.
संबंधित प्रश्न
What is weathering?
Say whether the following is ‘True’ or ‘False’.
In dry climates mechanical weathering is dominant.
What do you understand by the following term:|
Regolith
Rewrite the following sentence, choosing the right word from the options given below:
_______refers to the gradual disintegration and decomposition of rocks which lie exposed to the elements of weather.
Distinguish between the following :
Erosion and Weathering.
Account for the two types of weathering.
How does frost action cause weathering?
Give reasons for the following :
Climate is the most important factor of soil formation.
Give reasons for the following :
Farmers are encouraged to adopt soil conservation methods.
On the basis of the given points, differentiate between weathering and erosion.
| Weathering | Erosion | |
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