Weathering is the disintegration and decomposition of rocks into smaller fragment of particles by chemical, physical and biological means.
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Explain the role of temperature in weathering of rocks.
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Explanation of the role of temperature in weathering of rocks
1. When temperature rises, rocks expand and when temperature falls, rocks contract
2. The continuous expansion and contraction of rocks, cause cracks and eventual breakdown of the
rocks to smaller pieces