Weathering of rocks
Soil begins as mother rock (parent material). Weathering loosens and crumples the outer rock layer into particles that become soil. This section covers the concept, importance, and three pathways…
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This section covers Weathering of rocks as part of Soil formation in Grade 10 Agricultural Sciences. You'll find clear explanations, worked examples, and key definitions aligned to the CAPS curriculum.
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