Differentiate between physical and chemical weathering. [2 MARKS]

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1. Physical weathering does not change the chemical composition of the rock whereas chemical weathering changes the chemical composition.
2. Physical weathering may result due to temperature, pressure, snow, etc. whereas chemical weathering mainly takes place due to the action of some chemicals.

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