Onion-skin Weathering Flashcards

(5 cards)

1
Q

What is onion-skin weathering?

A

Onion skin weathering is when the outer layer separates from the rock

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Rock surface heats up and expands.

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Rock surface cools and contracts.

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Joints from in the outer part of the rock.

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Rock breaks and outer layer separates

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