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प्रश्न
What is weathering? Illustrate the process graphically.
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उत्तर
The break-down but not removal of rocks is called weathering. It is a process of wearing away of land through forces of nature like weather, running water, ocean currents, etc. Weathering is a single process and takes place in the air.
संबंधित प्रश्न
From encyclopedias and the Internet, find out the different types of soil found in India. Discuss the importance of these soils for crops cultivated in our country. You should form groups in class for this activity.
Make a chart for your classroom showing the causes of different types of weathering.
What is weathering?
Say whether the following is ‘True’ or ‘False’.
External forces are engaged only in erosion
What do you understand by the following term:
Landslide
Account for the two types of weathering.
Describe how changes of temperature lead to weathering.
OR
How do changing temperature lead to weathering?
Give a geographical reason:
Temperature is the main factor behind granular weathering.
Give a geographical reason:
Effect of mass movement will be greater along the western slope of the Sahyadri's than the eastern slope.
Is weathering essential as a pre-requisite in the formation of soils? Why?
