Sub-Aerial Processes

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Weathering: Mechanical

Breaks down rocks into smaller fragments without altering their chemical makeup

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Chemical

Chemical reactions that change the mineral within a rock

  • Carbonation

  • Hydrolysis

  • Oxidation

  • Hydration

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Biological

Caused by the actions of living organisms

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Landslides

The downward movement of rock, earth or debris down a slope due to gravity

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Rockfalls

Rapid free-fall, bouncing and rolling of detached rocks, boulders and other materials down a steep slope dur to gravity

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Mudflows

Rapid, downhill flow of water-saturated soil and sediment on a slope, often triggered by heavy rain or factors that reduce soil stability

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Rotational Slip / Slumping

Material moves down a concave cliff face, making the material rotate backwards into the cliff face as it slips down

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Soil Creep

Slow, gradual downslope movement of soil particles on gentle slopes due to gravity and the expansion / contraction of soil due to temperature

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