form of physical weathering brought about by extreme changes of temperature Exfoliation may cause the outer layer of a rock surface to break away - a process that is sometimes called 'onion-skin
Removal of dead skin cells and surface dirt, a very important step in proper skin care because removing dead skin cells allows the skin to function more efficiently and to absorb more moisture
the peeling off in flakes or scales of bark or dead skin; "exfoliation is increased by sunburn
a process wherein packets of nanoclay platelets separate from one another in a plastic matrix During exfoliation platelets at the outermost region of each packet cleave off, exposing more platelets for separation Nanoclay compatibilization is essential for exfoliation
The process which results in a splitting of scales, slabs or flakes from rocks during weathering