Question

Distinguish between Weathering and Erosion.

Answer 1

1. Weathering refers to the breaking down of rocks by the action of water, heavy wind, sudden climatic changes, etc, to form soil.
2. Erosion refers to the displacement of solids like soil, rocks and other materials by wind, flowing water and rain.

Weathering	Erosion
1. Weathering refers to the breakdown of rocks by various factors which leads to the formation of soil.	1. Erosion refers to the displacement of solids like soil, rocks and other materials.
2. Weathered materials are not relocated.	2. Eroded materials are relocated.
3. Physical, chemical and biological are the types of factors that bring about the weathering process.	3. Erosion is majorly brought about by wind, flowing water and rain.
4. Weathering is a very slow process.	4. Erosion is a relatively faster process.