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The trees' roots break through rock as they move through the soil.
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What are the agents of biological weathering?
The agents of "weathering" is both the agents of the physical and the chemical weathering combined. Agents of physical weathering can be: wind, water, sun, ice, gravity, rain, etc. Agents of chemical weathering may be: acid from roots, acid rain, oxidation/reduction (rusting), carbon dioxide, etc. They are the same because both physical and chemical weathering lead to erosion of rocks. In other words, both help rocks break down into smaller pieces. They are also the same because both physical and chemical weathering can occur with the same agent. For example, TREES. The roots of trees release acid to break down rocks (chemical weathering) while the roots of trees also grow into the cracks of rocks and help break them apart (physical weathering). Note that weathering is just the beginning process of erosion. Erosion is when stuff actually breaks down into smaller pieces.
What is the physical features of the temperate rainforest?
trees
How does weathering erosion and deposition affect the arctic tundra?
so trees wont grow also it will make the only dwarf willow tree die. there is only one of these type of trees
What event causes deciduous trees to do this?
seasonal changes in the amount of daylight
Is earth science a physical science?
No earth science is not a physical science because earth science is when it invuolidwith trees and nature physical science is when you deal with gas and fire and iron
What are the main causes of mechanical weathering?
Freezing weather, dramatic changes in temperature, the roots of trees or plants searching for nutrients in the ground therefore breaking it apart, etc.
Are cracks in a sidewalk next to a tree mechanical weathering or chemical weathering?
tree is grown by the person who is planting it therfore its made by human therefor its mechanical energy tree is grown by the person who is planting it therfore its made by human therefor its mechanical energy
What are the agents of biological weathering?
The agents of "weathering" is both the agents of the physical and the chemical weathering combined. Agents of physical weathering can be: wind, water, sun, ice, gravity, rain, etc. Agents of chemical weathering may be: acid from roots, acid rain, oxidation/reduction (rusting), carbon dioxide, etc. They are the same because both physical and chemical weathering lead to erosion of rocks. In other words, both help rocks break down into smaller pieces. They are also the same because both physical and chemical weathering can occur with the same agent. For example, TREES. The roots of trees release acid to break down rocks (chemical weathering) while the roots of trees also grow into the cracks of rocks and help break them apart (physical weathering). Note that weathering is just the beginning process of erosion. Erosion is when stuff actually breaks down into smaller pieces.
Is living organisms mechanical weathering?
A living organism is like a human being Example/ Animals, Trees, Flowers, Insects, or anything living
What are the three processes to mechanical weathering?
The processes for mechanical weathering are what change the rock completely. In chemical, it's what changes the rock into something different.For mechanical, there are four types of weathering.1) Abrasion: Sand and rock particles are carried by wind, water or ice and wear away exposed rock surfaces.2) Exfoliation: (heating and cooling of the rock)3) Bioturbation: * roots of trees and other plants enter cracks in rocks and eventually break them. * An animal that burrows in the ground.4) Frost action/ ice wedging: When water enters a rock and freezes which makes the rock expand and therefore, make the crack bigger. (Think of this like snow and ice and the side walks.)
What are the main causes of weathering?
Freezing weather, dramatic changes in temperature, the roots of trees or plants searching for nutrients in the ground therefore breaking it apart, etc.
What would not increase the effects of weathering and erosion?
trees and plants protect the earth from weathering and erosion
What type of weathering occurs most in the plains and lakes area of TX?
The predicted agents of weathering are tall grasses and trees which cause mild winds.
How does deforestation affect weathering?
Basically, deforestation can affect weathering in a negative way as it harms the ecosystem and the habitats of animals. Trees now offer no protection from winds, frosts and rain. All these are weathering agents.
Could people help cause weathering and erosion by planting trees?
well sure.
Where would you most likely find biological weathering?
Near lots of trees or plants
How do tree roots break rocks into smaller pieces.?
If a plant has roots that are inside cracks inside a rock, the roots can force deeper into the rock as the roots and the plant continue to grow, splitting the rock apart over time. This can happen when trees grow near pavements (cracks in the tarmac).
