Earth Science Digital Image Library - Biological Weathering

Grade Levels

8th Grade

Course, Subject

Science and Technology and Engineering Education, Science

Related Academic Standards

3.3.8.A1 3.3.8.A1

Distinguish between physical and chemical weathering.

Compare and contrast the types of energy that drive Earth’s systems.

S8.D.1.1.2 S8.D.1.1.2

Describe natural processes that change Earth’s surface (e.g., landslides, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, mountain building, new land being formed, weathering, erosion, sedimentation, soil formation).

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Topic

Weathering

Description

A large boulder is literally “attacked” both chemically and physically by moss, lichens, and tree roots. This type of biologic activity is both significant and effective in the weathering process.

Location

Kaaterskill Falls, Greene County, NY

Credits

With support from the Center for Applied Technologies in Education, The Earth Science Digital Library is an initiative authored by Russell Agostaro, Newburgh Enlarged City School District, Newburgh, New York.

Description

The Earth Science Digital Image Library is an archive of quality digital images for teacher and/or student reference in their studies of Earth Science. For additional information about the image, please click on a link below:

Earth Science Digital Image Library - Biological Weathering