Weathering, Erosion & Deposition

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What must occur before erosion can take place?

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Weathering is the process that must occur before erosion can take place.

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What natural event is caused by weathering from too much water?

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A landslide is caused by weathering from too much water.

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What is the term for the movement of sediment and rock particles?

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Erosion is the term for the movement of sediment and rock particles.

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What do we call the process of sediment being dropped off in a new location?

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Deposition is the process of sediment being dropped off in a new location.

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What are the two types of weathering?

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Weathering can be either physical or chemical.

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What is physical weathering?

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Physical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, leading to their breakdown.

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How does water contribute to erosion?

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Water contributes to erosion by transporting sediment and rock particles through rivers, streams, and rainfall.

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What role do plants play in weathering?

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Plants can contribute to weathering through root expansion, which can break apart rocks.

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What is the difference between erosion and deposition?

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Erosion is the movement of sediment, while deposition is the process of sediment being dropped off in a new location.