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Weathering and Denudation — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 9 · Geography

4 concept maps of Weathering and Denudation for ICSE Class 9 Geography, each also written out as a text outline.

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A flowchart illustrating the three main types of weathering: Physical, Chemical, and Biological, with examples for each.
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Weathering and Denudation Overview

Weathering and Denudation Overview

The map in words

  • Weathering and Denudation
    • Weathering
      • Physical
        • Frost Action
        • Temperature Changes
        • Exfoliation
        • Block Disintegration
      • Chemical
        • Oxidation
        • Carbonation
        • Hydration
        • Solution
      • Biological
        • Plant Roots
        • Animal Burrowing
        • Human Activities
    • Denudation
      • River Work
        • Upper Course
          • V-shaped Valley
          • Waterfall
        • Middle Course
          • Meanders
          • Floodplains
        • Lower Course
          • Delta
          • Estuary
      • Wind Work
        • Erosion
          • Deflation
          • Abrasion
        • Deposition
          • Barchan Dunes
          • Seif Dunes

Types and Processes of Weathering

Types and Processes of Weathering

The map in words

  • Weathering
    • Physical
      • Temperature Changes
        • Block Disintegration
        • Granular Disintegration
        • Exfoliation
      • Frost Action
        • Freeze-Thaw Cycles
        • Rock Fracturing
      • Wind Abrasion
        • Desert Regions
        • Loose Sediments
    • Chemical
      • Oxidation
        • Iron Compounds
        • Rust Formation
      • Carbonation
        • Limestone Dissolution
        • Cave Formation
      • Hydration
        • Water Absorption
        • Clay Formation
      • Solution
        • Mineral Dissolution
        • Groundwater Chemistry
    • Biological
      • Plant Action
        • Root Growth
        • Acid Production
      • Animal Activity
        • Burrowing
        • Rock Disturbance
      • Human Impact
        • Mining
        • Construction

Weathering Types and Processes Overview

Weathering Types and Processes Overview

The map in words

  • Weathering
    • Physical
      • Temperature Changes
        • Block Disintegration
        • Granular Disintegration
        • Exfoliation
      • Frost Action
        • Freeze-Thaw Cycles
        • Rock Shattering
      • Wind Action
        • Sand Blasting
        • Abrasion
    • Chemical
      • Oxidation
        • Iron Oxide Formation
        • Rust Development
      • Carbonation
        • Limestone Dissolution
        • Cave Formation
      • Hydration
        • Clay Formation
        • Rock Softening
      • Solution
        • Mineral Dissolution
        • Salt Removal
    • Biological
      • Plants
        • Root Wedging
        • Acid Production
      • Animals
        • Burrowing
        • Chemical Secretions
      • Humans
        • Mining
        • Construction
        • Deforestation

Weathering and denudation as external processes that change the Earth's surface and create landforms

Weathering and denudation as external processes that change the Earth's surface and create landforms

The map in words

  • Weathering and denudation as external processes that change the Earth's surface and create landforms
    • Weathering
    • Denudation
    • Physical weathering
    • Chemical weathering
    • Biological weathering
    • River work
    • River stages
    • Upper course landforms

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Weathering and Denudation for ICSE Class 9 Geography?
Key topics in Weathering and Denudation include Meaning of Weathering, Types of Weathering, Physical Weathering, Chemical Weathering. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
What do the concept maps for Weathering and Denudation show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Weathering and Denudation connect: Weathering and Denudation Overview; Types and Processes of Weathering. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Weathering and Denudation for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 53 practice questions on Weathering and Denudation. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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