What is weathering?
Weathering and Erosion

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through physical, chemical, or biological means.
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What is erosion?
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The process by which water, ice, wind, or gravity moves fragments of rock and soil.
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What is deposition?
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The process by which materials are left in a new location after being transported by wind, water, or ice.
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What is mechanical weathering?
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The physical breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.
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What is chemical weathering?
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The process that breaks down rocks through chemical reactions, often involving water and gases.
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How do plants contribute to weathering?
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Plants weather rocks when their roots grow into cracks and expand, breaking the rock apart.
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What role does water play in weathering?
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Water can cause both mechanical and chemical weathering, such as freeze-thaw cycles and chemical reactions.
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