Weathering and Erosion

Weathering and Erosion

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5th Grade

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1.

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What is weathering?

Back

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?

Back

The movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

3.

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Front

What is deposition?

Back

The build up of land by depositing soil and sediment in a new location.

4.

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What are landforms?

Back

Features on the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, and plateaus.

5.

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What is a glacier?

Back

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?

Back

A deep gorge with steep sides that can be formed by the erosion of moving water.

7.

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How is a V-shaped valley formed?

Back

By the flowing of a river that erodes the land, creating a V shape.

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