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why does exfoliation cause peeling of rocks​

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exfoliation Weakening and separation of the surface layers of rock as a result of chemical or (possibly) thermal weathering, or of pressure release due to erosion. The decomposition of biotite and hydration of feldspar in granite causes swelling that may lead to failure.

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