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Weathering is the natural process by which rocks and minerals at or near the Earth's surface are broken down into smaller particles through physical, chemical, and biological mechanisms. It plays a crucial role in soil formation, nutrient cycling, and landscape evolution, directly impacting environmental chemistry. Physical or mechanical weathering involves the breakdown of rocks without altering their chemical composition. Processes such as freeze-thaw cycles, thermal expansion and contraction, exfoliation, and abrasion by wind or water contribute to mechanical disintegration, producing smaller rock fragments that increase
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