Weathering is the in-situ breakdown of rocks, soil, and minerals at or near the Earth’s surface through physical, chemical, and biological processes. It disintegrates or decomposes rocks without transporting them, acting as the primary source of sediment and soil. Key types include mechanical (freeze-thaw, salt crystallization), chemical (carbonation, hydrolysis, oxidation), and biological (root action, burrowing).
Three types
Mechanical or Physical
Chemical
Biotic or Biological
Ever wonder how rocks break down? This video gives a very "simple explanation" of "weathering and erosion", detailing the three main types: mechanical, chemical, and biological. We explore how these processes, including "erosion", shape our world through frost, rust, and roots. It's a fundamental concept in "geology" and "earth science" that helps us understand our planet.
