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प्रश्न
What do you understand by the following term:|
Exfoliation
उत्तर १
It is the process of scaling off the curved outer shells of the rock. Exfoliated dome-shaped rocks are largely found in great deserts.
उत्तर २
When the rock consists of homogeneous minerals the thin surface layer of rock absorbs heat during the day and expands, while during the night, this surface layer contracts. In a few days the rock breaks up or peels off into layers. This type of weathering is called exfoliation.
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.
In which regions of the world is ‘frost action’ the common form of weathering?
How are erosional plains formed?
What is weathering?
What do you understand by the following term:
Landslide
Account for the two types of weathering.
State the effects of weathering.
Give reasons for the following :
Farmers are encouraged to adopt soil conservation methods.
Name three types of weathering.
