HOW DO PLANTS REACT TO MECHANICA AND CHEMICAL WEATHWERING?

Plants react to mechanical and chemical weathering by adapting their growth and root systems to exploit the altered soil conditions. Mechanical weathering, such as erosion, can lead to soil displacement, prompting plants to develop deeper roots for stability and access to nutrients. Chemical weathering, which alters soil composition, can affect nutrient availability; plants may adjust their nutrient uptake strategies or symbiotic relationships with fungi and bacteria to thrive in the modified environment. Overall, these processes influence plant distribution, health, and growth patterns.