Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

Front

A farmer's topsoil is blown away during a hurricane is an example of ___________.

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erosion

Front

_____________________ happens when rocks on Earth's surface break apart or change without moving anywhere.

Back

Weathering

Front

What is the small broken down pieces of rock called?

Back

sediment

Front

______________________ occurs when eroded materials stop moving and begin to build up.

Back

Deposition

Front

_____________________ is the movement of soil and rock by wind, water, ice, and gravity.

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Erosion

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Front

What is the process called when rocks are broken down by natural forces?

Back

Weathering

Front

What do we call the process of transporting sediment from one place to another?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is formed when sediment is deposited in a new location?

Back

Sedimentary rock or landforms like deltas and beaches.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Front

What are the main agents of erosion?

Back

Wind, water, ice, and gravity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

Back

Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2