What is an example of chemical weathering, as opposed to mechanical weathering?

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Eli Turasky · Answer 1 · 2018-02-19T19:57:33+0000

Oxidation

Mechanical weathering, also known as physical weathering, is the process of rocks and minerals breaking down into smaller pieces without a change in chemical composition. Chemical weathering, on the other hand, does result in a change in chemical composition. Oxidation is a very common chemical reaction and involves oxygen.

What is an example of chemical weathering, as opposed to mechanical weathering?

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