Sedimentary Rock

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What is weathering?

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The breakdown of rock into smaller particles from the effects of wind, water, and ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What causes rocks to break down?

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Weathering.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is cementation?

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The process of layers becoming stuck together, forming sedimentary rocks.

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What is deposition?

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Sediment that is left behind in rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What is pressure in geology?

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The force of objects pushing on other objects.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is sediment?

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Small particles of rock and minerals that are transported and deposited by wind, water, or ice.

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What role does water play in weathering?

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Water can cause rocks to break down through processes like freeze-thaw cycles and chemical reactions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breakdown of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken particles.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the significance of sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks can contain fossils and provide information about Earth's history.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS4-1