Question

Distinguish between weathering and mass wasting

Answer 1

Mass wasting is in the form of landslides etc. when the soil moves down due to deforestation. 

Weathering is the breaking up of rocks due to natural agents which takes place for a long time.

Answer 2

Answer:

weakening of rocks is weathering, due to gravity the withered particles are moved is mass wasting.  

Explanation:

• Withering is of three types that is mechanical weathering, chemical weathering, biological weathering.
• The chemical make-up of minerals is not changed while the rocks are physically broken down.
• Weathering is not a result of any natural disorder. Movements are noted.

• Mass wasting may be due to landslides, or other rapid movements like rock falls or mild movements like erosion are noted.