Weathering. Weathering is the alteration and breakdown of rock minerals and rock masses when they are exposed to the atmosphere. Weathering processes occur in situ, that is, in the same place, with no major movement of rock materials involved.
Lawful action, such as an agreement consciously agreed to by two or more entities, establishing lawful accountability. For example, an apartment lease legally binds the lessor and the lessee. An illegal action, such as forcing, tricking, or coercing a person into an agreement, is not legally binding.
Binding is, by definition, the act of imposing a duty to keep a commitment. In the insurance industry, binding refers to insurance coverage, and means that coverage is in place, although a policy has yet to be issued. Often, binding takes place through a verbal agreement, in person or over the telephone.