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प्रश्न
Why is mechanical weathering also known as physical weathering?
उत्तर
Because it involves the physical disintegration of rocks. Physical disintegration is quickest when rock is already weakened by chemical weathering. So it is primarily known as mechanical weathering.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Say whether the following is ‘True’ or ‘False’.
Temperature is not a factor in physical weathering.
Distinguish between physical and chemical weathering.
Define the following term briefly:
Soil structure
Define the following term briefly:
Soil profile
Define the following term briefly:
Chernozems
Give reasons for the following :
Change of temperature leads to physical weathering.
The breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition is called ______.
What is Exfoliation?
Give reason:
Physical weathering causes cracks on the surface of the earth.
Define Granular Disintegration.
