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| − | The mechanical or chemical processes by which a material deteriorates when exposed to outdoor conditions. Mechanical weathering includes the effects due to temperature variations (expansion, contraction, [ | + | The mechanical or chemical processes by which a material deteriorates when exposed to outdoor conditions. Mechanical weathering includes the effects due to temperature variations (expansion, contraction, [[freeze-thaw%20cycle|freeze-thaw]], etc.), moisture changes (hydration, [[dehydration|dehydration]], etc.), and [[abrasion|abrasion]] (wind, erosion, wear, etc.). Chemical weathering includes the effects due to reactions with [[oxygen|oxygen]], [[carbon%20dioxide|carbon dioxide]], [[water|water]], and [[pollutant|pollutants]]. Heat and [[ultraviolet%20radiation|ultraviolet light]] from the sun can accelerate degradation. |
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Description
The mechanical or chemical processes by which a material deteriorates when exposed to outdoor conditions. Mechanical weathering includes the effects due to temperature variations (expansion, contraction, freeze-thaw, etc.), moisture changes (hydration, Dehydration, etc.), and Abrasion (wind, erosion, wear, etc.). Chemical weathering includes the effects due to reactions with Oxygen, Carbon dioxide, Water, and pollutants. Heat and ultraviolet light from the sun can accelerate degradation.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Verwitterung (Deut.); vieillissement (Fr.); meteorização (Port.)
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- Theodore J. Reinhart, 'Glossary of Terms', Engineered Plastics, ASM International, 1988
- The American Heritage Dictionary or Encarta, via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998
- Encyclopedia Britannica, http://www.britannica.com Comment: "weathering." Encyclopædia Britannica. 12 Oct. 2004 .