5.6 - SPECIAL EFFECTS OF WEATHERING
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What is exfoliation?
💡 Hint: Think about how rocks might change during the day and night.
Why is weathering important for ecosystems?
💡 Hint: What do plants need to grow?
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What is exfoliation?
💡 Hint: Think about how rocks can crack or separate.
True or False: Weathering has no impact on soil formation.
💡 Hint: What do plants grow in?
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Analyze a local landscape and identify areas where exfoliation has contributed to landform development. What features indicate this process?
💡 Hint: Examine the textures and shapes of rock formations around you.
Discuss the potential consequences of rapid weathering in an ecosystem. How might it affect soil health and biodiversity?
💡 Hint: Consider how plants rely on soil for nutrients.
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