Question

Chemical weathering occurs faster in warm tropical climates, although it happens in cold climates as well, describe some conditions in Antarctica that could lead to chemical weathering

Answer 1

Conditions in which it will lead to chemical weathering are the following;

-          Oxidation – formation of oxides when a rock reacts with elements oxygen and water changing into different color.

-          Dissolving in acid – carbonic acid is formed when carbon dioxide is dissolve n water, creating karst topography in creating sink holes and caves.

-          Hydrolysis – chemical weathering which is caused with the element water, it turns clay minerals.

-          Water absorption – rocks are put into stress making them vulnerable and expand.

-          Hydration – removal of water in the rocks.