Weathering of rocks leads to formation of sand, silt, and clay. On the basis of their mechanisms, following are the three types of weathering: 1. Physical Weathering 2. Chemical Weathering 3. Biological Weathering. Type # 1. Physical Weathering: Physical weathering of rocks is the breakdown of rocks into smaller size particles by pure mechanical processes without changing the chemical composition [...]
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 predominant of physical weathering resulting [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Weathering Sequence of Minerals 2. Products of Weathering Minerals 3. Results 4. Stages. Weathering Sequence of Minerals: Climatic and biotic conditions will determine the relative stability of the various soil forming minerals. Under all climatic conditions a definite listing of minerals in relation to their resistance to weathering cannot be made. [...]