Earth's Surface

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces or dissolves them.

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How does freezing water affect rocks?

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Freezing water expands cracks in rocks, causing them to break.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which rocks and soil are moved from one place to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is when rocks, sediment, and soil are dropped in a new place after being transported.

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What creates U-shaped valleys?

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U-shaped valleys are created by the movement of glaciers.

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What is the main cause of the Grand Canyon's formation?

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The Grand Canyon was formed primarily by water erosion.

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What happens to rocks during weathering?

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Rocks are broken into smaller pieces or dissolved during weathering.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces to new locations.

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What role do glaciers play in shaping the Earth's surface?

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Glaciers carve out valleys and shape landscapes as they move.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, soil, and organic material that can be transported by water, wind, or ice.