Weathering and Erosion

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1.
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What is weathering?
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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.
2.
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What is erosion?
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The movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.
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What is deposition?
Back
The build up of land by depositing soil and sediment in a new location.
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What are landforms?
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Features on the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, and plateaus.
5.
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What is a glacier?
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A moving block of ice on top of land that can carve out valleys and shape the landscape.
6.
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What is a canyon?
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A deep gorge with steep sides that can be formed by the erosion of moving water.
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How is a V-shaped valley formed?
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By the flowing of a river that erodes the land, creating a V shape.
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