Question

4. How does pressure changes break down rocks?​

Answer 1

Answer:

when a rock that forms under great pressure is brought to the surface and overlying rock is eroded away, fractures will form parallel to the outer surface of the rock.

Answer 2

Answer:

The physical breakdown of rock involves breaking rock down into smaller pieces through mechanical weathering processes. ... Pressure release -- when a rock that forms under great pressure is brought to the surface and overlying rock is eroded away, fractures will form parallel to the outer surface of the rock.