Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 35 - Plant Nutrition - 35.3 - Soil Structure Affects Plant Nutrition - 35.3 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 756: 1

Answer

Rocks undergo weathering to be broken down into soil. Mechanical weathering involves the physical breakdown of the rock, usually via wind, rain or cold. Chemical weathering involves oxidation or acid-base reactions that cause the minerals in the rock to fall apart.

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Rocks undergo weathering to be broken down into soil. Mechanical weathering involves the physical breakdown of the rock, usually via wind, rain or cold. Chemical weathering involves oxidation or acid-base reactions that cause the minerals in the rock to fall apart.
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