Question

Difference between weathering and erosion

Answer 1

Answer:

weathering means breaking down of rocks in smaller particles to make soil

whereas erosion means removal of top soil like humus by actions of wind, water

Answer 2

Explanation:

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Erosion

• It is the displacement of solids by wind, water and ice.

• The eroded materials are displaced.

• The different types of erosion are water, wind, ice, thermal and gravity erosion.

• Wind, water, ice and human activities are some of the causes of erosion.

Weathering

• It is the decomposition of rocks, soil and minerals by direct contact with the atmosphere.

• The weathered materials are not displaced.

• The different types of weathering include physical, chemical and biological weathering.

• Weathering is caused due to atmospheric factors like air pressure.

Erosion and weathering together degrade soil and wear away shorelines and cliffs.

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