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Exogenetic Processes Part-1

Maharashtra Board · Class 9 · Geography

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Classification of Landforms

  • Primary and secondary landforms: Formed by internal movements (continents, mountains, plateaus, plains)
  • Tertiary landforms: Formed by external processes (valleys, sand dunes, delta, U-shaped valleys)
  • External processes continuously modify existing landforms through weathering, erosion, transportation, and deposition
2

Mechanical (Physical) Weathering

  • Dominant in arid climates with high diurnal temperature range
  • Rocks break down physically without chemical change in composition
  • Five main causes: temperature changes, frost action, crystal growth, pressure release, water action
3

Chemical Weathering

  • More effective in humid climates with high rainfall
  • Water acts as universal solvent and plays crucial role
  • Three main types: carbonation, solution, and oxidation
4

Biological Weathering

  • Caused by living organisms including plants and animals
  • Plant roots create pressure in rock cracks as they grow
  • Tree roots commonly seen growing on fort walls and monuments

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External processes occurring on Earth's surfaceThe natural breaking down or weakeningPhysical breakdown of rocks without changingBreakdown of rocks through chemical reactionsRock breakdown caused by living organisms

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