Weathering Erosion Deposition Review

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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, often where a river meets a larger body of water, like an ocean.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving rocks and soil from one place to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces without moving them, often due to natural forces like wind, water, or temperature changes.

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Give an example of deposition.

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An example of deposition is a delta forming at the mouth of a river where sediment is dropped as the river flows into the ocean.

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Give an example of erosion.

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

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True or False: Weathering involves the movement of rocks.

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False. Weathering is the breaking down of rocks without moving them.

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What happens to sediments during deposition?

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During deposition, sediments pile up and settle in a new location, forming landforms like deltas or beaches.

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What role does water play in erosion?

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Water can carry away soil and rocks, causing erosion, especially during heavy rains or floods.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces to a new location.

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What is an example of weathering?

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An example of weathering is rocks cracking due to freeze-thaw cycles.