Question

Mechanical weathering mainly occurs because of​

Answer 1

Mechanical weathering, also called physical weathering and disaggregation, causes rocks to crumble. Water, in either liquid or solid form, is often a key agent of mechanical weathering. For instance, liquid water can seep into cracks and crevices in rock. If temperatures drop low enough, the water will freeze

Answer 2

Answer:

As water seeps into rock cracks and crevices, cold temperatures can cause the water to freeze, resulting in ice deposits that expand and exert pressure on the rock. According to Missouri State University, frost wedging is the most abundant form of mechanical weathering.