chemical+weathering

Examples: acid rain can make something change matter.

Chemical weathering: is when rocks are broken down and changed state of matter.

Chemical Weathering Chemical weathering takes place in almost all types of rocks. Smaller rocks are more susceptible however, because they have a greater amount of surface area.

Chemical reactions break down the bonds holding the rocks together, causing them to fall apart, forming smaller and smaller pieces. Chemical weathering is much more common in locations where there is a lot of water. This is because water is important to many of the chemical reactions that can take place. Warmer temperatures are also more friendly to chemical weathering. The most common types of chemical weathering are oxidation, hydrolysis and carbonation.

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