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Weathering
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Weathering is the natural process by which rocks, minerals, and soils are broken down into smaller particles under the influence of environmental factors. It plays a crucial role in environmental chemistry as it contributes to soil formation, nutrient cycling, and the regulation of geochemical processes in the ecosystem. Weathering can be broadly classified into physical, chemical, and biological types. Physical weathering involves the mechanical breakdown of rocks without altering their chemical composition, caused by temperature fluctuations, freeze-thaw cycles, abrasion, and pressure release. Chemical weathering, on the other hand, involves the alteration of
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