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Exogenetic Processes Part-1 (Part 1) — Syllabus
Maharashtra Board · Class 9 · Geography
What Exogenetic Processes Part-1 (Part 1) covers in Maharashtra Board Class 9 Geography: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.
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4 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 9 Geography · 2026-27
Topics in Exogenetic Processes Part-1
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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
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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
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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
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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
Key Concepts
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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Key topics in Exogenetic Processes Part-1 include Classification of Landforms, Mechanical (Physical) Weathering, Chemical Weathering, Biological Weathering. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
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