geology

 

Take two photos of evidence of chemical or mechanical weathering in your local environment (gravestones, statues, buildings, rocks). Annotate each image with explanations of the weathering process involved, and compare and contrast your photos, noting their similarities and differences. Upload your two images into a Word document, creating captions for each image that describe the weathering observed. The more detail you provide, the better. After each picture and caption, type a brief summary of your comparison and contrast.

Goals: Real-world application, visual learning
Deliverable: Photo portfolio (2 photos) with descriptions, a compare and contrast summary

Find Two Examples of Weathering:

• Chemical weathering, physical (mechanical) weathering, and biological weathering.
• You may: Take photos around your neighborhood, campus, or park. 

For Each Example, Write:

• What type of weathering is it?
• What material is being weathered (e.g., rock, brick, metal)

A short explanation (2–3 sentences) describing how the weathering is happening (photo caption)