Weathering, Erosion, Deposition

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces such as freezing and thawing.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving sediments from one place to another, often by wind, water, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments are dropped or settled in a new location, such as at the bottom of a river or lake.

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What are constructive forces?

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Constructive forces are natural processes that build up landforms, such as volcanic eruptions and sediment deposition.

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What are destructive forces?

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Destructive forces are natural processes that break down landforms, such as erosion and weathering.

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How does freezing and thawing contribute to weathering?

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Freezing and thawing cause water to expand and contract in cracks of rocks, leading to their breakdown.

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Can you give an example of erosion?

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An example of erosion is a river carrying away soil and rocks as it flows.

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What happens during deposition?

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During deposition, sediments that have been eroded are dropped off in a new location, forming new landforms.

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What is the role of water in weathering?

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Water plays a key role in weathering by freezing in rock cracks and causing them to break apart.

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What is an example of a constructive force?

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An example of a constructive force is the formation of new islands from volcanic eruptions.