1)Describe the factors that control the rate of chemical weathering and those that control the rate of physical weathering. 2)Compare and contrast chemical weathering and mechanical weathering. 3)Infer what parts of the world would experience less chemical weathering. 4) is the process of breaking down and changing rocks on or near Earth’s surface. 5) is the removal of weathered materials from a location by running water, wind, ice, or waves