Disintegration in rocks may occur in several ways, one of which is called frost wedging. Frost wedging is confined to regions that experience freezing temperatures, which, of course, means it ...

Also know as frost shattering, frost wedging or congelifraction, gelifraction is the mechanical fracturing of rock caused by repeated freezing and thawing cycles. Also know as frost shattering, frost ...

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - You have probably noticed the commutes around the area are a lot rougher this time of year, as pot holes develop across the region. You likely heard it is due to the "freeze ...