Weathering Game 3

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit provided by soil?

What do we call soil that is blown or washed away from its parent rock?

Which of the following does NOT directly contribute to the weathering of rocks?

What is the breakdown of rock into smaller pieces by physical means called?

Rust is the oxidation of

The decayed plant and animal material in soil is called

What is it called when softer rocks wear away and leave harder rocks behind?

Chemical weathering is most rapid in areas that are