Question

distinguish between physical and chemical weathering​

Answer 1

Physical, or mechanical, weathering happens when rock is broken through the force of another substance on the rock such as ice, running water, wind, or plant growth. Chemical weathering occurs when reactions between rock and another substance dissolve the rock, causing parts of it to fall away.

Answer 2

Explanation:

• Rocks found on the surface of the Earth undergo a process over time call weathering. Weathering is the breaking down of rock material. There are two main types of weathering: physical and weathering. Physical, or mechanical, weathering happens when rock is broken through the force of another substance on the rock such as ice, running water, wind, or plant growth. Chemical weathering occurs when reactions between rock and another substance dissolve the rock, causing parts of it to fall away.