Weathering, Erosion & Deposition
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The process by which rocks are broken down. Options: Weathering, Deposition, Erosion, Sedimentation.
Back
Weathering
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The process in which wind, water, ice or gravity transport rock fragments from one location to another
Back
Erosion
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The process in which sediment settles out (drops to the bottom) of the water or wind that is carrying it
Back
Deposition
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Fragments of weathered rocks are known as ____.
Back
sediments
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The MECHANICAL breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces is...
Back
Physical weathering
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The breakdown and decomposition of rocks as a result of chemical reactions and processes
Back
Chemical weathering
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Water gradually wearing down and smoothing rocks over a long period of time is an example of...
Back
physical weathering
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