Fill in the blanks:

1. ________________ is the process of disintegration or breaking down of rocks.
2. ________________ weathering takes place in hot and humid areas.
3. Roots of large trees cause physical disintegration of rocks due to ______________.
4. _____________, ______________ and ______________ are the human activities which cause disintegration of rocks.
5. The removal of the topmost layer of the soil is called ______________.

Distinguish between Weathering and Erosion.

Distinguish between Physical and Chemical Weathering.

Distinguish between Oxidation and Hydration.

What are rocks? How are they different from minerals?