Question

what is mechanical weathering?

Answer 1

Mechanical weathering is the process of breaking big rocks into little ones. This process usually happens near the surface of the planet. Temperature also affects the land. The cool nights and hot days always cause things to expand and contract. That movement can cause rocks to crack and break apart. Roots and plants also push into the rocks and break them apart. They act like wedgesand push the rocks apart. Little animals also help by burrowing and digging through the ground

Answer 2

Answer:

1. Breaking or weakening of rocks without any change in their chemical composition is called mechanical weathering.

2. Exfoliation, granular weathering and block disintegration are the types of mechanical weathering.