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1. What is Weathering? Weathering refers to the breakdown of rocks and minerals into smaller particles at the place where they exist, without being transported anywhere. In scientific terms, weathering is defined as: The breakdown of rocks and minerals into smaller particles by physical disinteg…

1. What is Weathering? Weathering refers to the breakdown of rocks and minerals into smaller particles at the place where they exist, without being transported anywhere. In scientific terms, weathering is defined as: The breakdown of rocks and minerals into smaller particles by physical disintegration or chemical decomposition in situ. “In situ” means at the same place where the rock is present. This is important because weathering is different from erosion. Weathering → Breakdown of rocks