Upload NowThis article throws light upon the three main biological agents responsible for disintegration and decomposition of rocks and minerals. The biological agents are: 1. Man and Animal 2. Roots of Higher Plants 3. Micro-Organisms. Biological Agent # 1. Man and Animal: The action of human being in the disintegration of rocks is well recognised as […]
Disintegration and Decomposition of Rocks and Minerals
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Weathering of Minerals: 3 Factors
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This article throws light upon the three main factors affecting the weathering of minerals. The factors are: 1. Climatic Conditions 2. Physical Characteristics 3. Chemical and Structural Characteristics. Factor # 1. Climatic Conditions: The climatic conditions will tend to control the kind and rate of weathering. Under conditions of low rainfall or precipitation, there is […]
Weathering Rocks and Minerals
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After reading this article you will learn about the physical and chemical processes of weathering rocks and minerals. 1. Physical or Mechanical Weathering: The physical or mechanical weathering process may be defined as the process by which disruption of consolidated massive rocks into smaller bits was found without any corresponding chemical change or formation of […]