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| The natural process by which atmospheric and environmental agents, such as wind, rain, and temperature changes, disintegrate and decompose rocks. |
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| the process by which rocks break down into smaller pieces by pysical means. |
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| the grinding and wearing away of rock surfacesthrough the mechanical action of other rocks or sand particles. |
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| the process by which rocks break down as a result of chemical reaction. |
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| the process by which a metallic element combines with oxygen. |
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| a chemical reaction between water and another substance to form two or more new substances. |
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| the conversion of a compound into a carbonate. |
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| precipitation, such as rain, sleet, or snow, that contains a high concentration of acid, often beecause of the pollution of the atmosphere. |
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