Changes to Land Day 5

Front

What is the process called in which wind, water, ice, or gravity transport rock fragments from one location to another?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is the term for the movement of weathered rock and soil by water, ice, wind, or gravity?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

Back

Weathering

Front

What term describes the breaking down of rocks and other materials on Earth's surface?

Back

Weathering

Front

What is the term for the process where waves drop sand on the beach?

Back

Deposition

Front

What are the two main processes that shape the Earth's surface?

Back

Erosion and Weathering

Front

How does erosion differ from weathering?

Back

Erosion involves the movement of rock fragments, while weathering is the process of breaking down rocks without movement.

Front

What role does gravity play in erosion?

Back

Gravity helps to move rock fragments downhill, contributing to erosion.

Front

What are some natural agents of erosion?

Back

Wind, water, ice, and gravity.

Front

What is the significance of deposition in shaping landforms?

Back

Deposition builds up landforms by adding sediment to areas like beaches and riverbanks.