What is weathering?
Weathering, Erosion, Deposition

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Weathering is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and temperature changes.
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What is erosion?
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Erosion is the process in which wind, water, ice, or gravity moves rock fragments from one location to another.
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What is deposition?
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Deposition is the process by which sediment is laid down in new locations, often forming features like deltas and beaches.
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What causes the greatest amount of erosion on beaches?
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Waves cause the greatest amount of erosion on beaches.
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What is physical weathering?
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Physical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition, often through temperature changes or mechanical forces.
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What is chemical weathering?
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Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, often due to reactions with water, acids, or gases.
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What is a delta?
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A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, created by the deposition of sediment.
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