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Abrasion (the wearing, grinding, or rubbing of rock by friction).
Frost wedge (when water seeps into cracks in rocks and freezes).
Exfoliation (the popping off of an outer layer of rock).
The diagram shows the processes of abrasion, frost wedge, and exfoliation in the context of rocks.
The diagram shows three different processes of weathering that can cause physical breakdown of rocks. These processes are indicated by the following labels:
1. Abrasion: This refers to the wearing, grinding, or rubbing of rocks by friction. It can occur when rocks are repeatedly moved or impacted by wind, water, or other forces, leading to the removal of small particles from the rock's surface.
2. Frost Wedge: This process occurs when water seeps into cracks or joints in rocks and freezes. As water freezes, it expands, exerting pressure on the surrounding rock and causing the cracks to widen. Over time, repeated freezing and thawing cycles can lead to the gradual disintegration of rocks.
3. Exfoliation: This process involves the popping off of an outer layer or layers of rock. It typically occurs in response to the release of pressure on the rock, which allows the outer layers to expand and fracture, resulting in the detachment of sheets or flakes.
By illustrating these three processes, the diagram showcases different forms of physical weathering, highlighting how rocks can be broken down through abrasion, frost action, and exfoliation.
The diagram shows different geological processes that lead to the formation of specific landforms. It provides visual representations of three processes: abrasion, frost wedge, and exfoliation. Each process is explained briefly in the caption:
1. Abrasion: This refers to the wearing, grinding, or rubbing of rock by friction. It occurs when rocks are continuously subjected to forces like wind, water, or ice, causing them to erode over time.
2. Frost Wedge: Also known as freeze-thaw weathering, this process occurs when water seeps into cracks in rocks and freezes. When water freezes, it expands, exerting pressure on the surrounding rock, which can lead to cracking or the widening of existing cracks. Over time, repeated freeze-thaw cycles can cause significant fragmentation and disintegration of the rock.
3. Exfoliation: This process involves the popping off of an outer layer of rock. It occurs due to the release of pressure on the rocks, often as a result of erosion or weathering of overlying rocks or sediments. This process can lead to the formation of large slabs or plates of rock detaching from the main rock mass.
By understanding these different processes, geologists can interpret the landscape and understand how various landforms were formed.