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In terms of mass and shape, which rock type seems most affected by mechanical weathering? Which seems least affected?
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In terms of mass and shape, which rock type seems most affected by mechanical weathering? Which seems least affected?

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One of the factors that affects the rate of weathering is exposure to the atmosphere. Rocks that are fully exposed to the atmosphere and environmental elements, such as wind, water and temperature fluctuations, will weather more rapidly than those covered by ground.

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