Explain how the following weathering processes contributes to the formation of soil. (i) Hydration (ii) Oxidation

      

Explain how the following weathering processes contributes to the formation of soil.

(i) Hydration

(ii) Oxidation

  

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Martin
(i) Hydration (
- Mineral in the rock absorb water during rainy period
-The mineral expands causing stress in the rock
- The rock eventually break into smaller pieces thereby forming soil

(ii) Oxidation

- Oxygen in air / water reacts with iron compounds in the rock
- Oxides are formed
- Brownish / Yellowish crust is formed on the surface of the rock.
-The crust disintergrates grades making the rock to break into smaller pieces forming soil
marto answered the question on November 8, 2019 at 10:35


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