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प्रश्न
Describe the chief characteristics of weathering in different climates.
उत्तर
Equatorial region is noted for more active chemical weathering due to excess of temperature and water; the tropical region is remarkable for the formation of laterite soil by mixing of oxides of iron and aluminium in the soil due to change in heating and much evaporation.
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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.
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Peeling off of the outer layer of rock through contraction and expansion.
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Colloids
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| Weathering | Erosion | |
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