Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition Test

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What is Erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is Weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces through natural causes like freezing, thawing, and chemical reactions.

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What is Deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials like rocks or sediment are laid down or deposited in a new location.

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How does freezing water cause weathering?

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

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What can deposition create over time?

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Deposition can form new land features such as deltas, beaches, and sand dunes.

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What is an example of erosion?

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An example of erosion is rain washing away soil from a hillside.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller pieces, while erosion involves the movement of those pieces from one place to another.

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What role does wind play in erosion?

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Wind can carry small particles of soil and sand away, leading to erosion.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering involves the chemical breakdown of rocks, often due to reactions with water or acids.

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What is physical weathering?

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Physical weathering is the mechanical breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition.