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How does mechanical weathering (from wind) of rock enhance chemical weathering (by rain) of rock?.
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How does mechanical weathering (from wind) of rock enhance chemical weathering (by rain) of rock?.

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Mechanical weathering increases the overall surface area when it breaks down the rock into smaller fragnments. Increased surface area provides more surface for chemical weathering to attack the rock, allowing chemical weathering to speed up.
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