5.10C Slow changes Earth's surface

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces due to environmental factors like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What causes canyons to form?

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Canyons are formed primarily by the erosion of land by moving water, such as rivers.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials are added to a landform, often occurring when water slows down and drops sediment.

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What landform is created by a river carving out land?

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A canyon is created by a river carving out land through erosion.

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What is a U-shaped valley?

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A U-shaped valley is a landform created by the erosion of glaciers, characterized by its wide, rounded shape.

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What is the role of glaciers in shaping the Earth's surface?

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Glaciers shape the Earth's surface through the processes of weathering and erosion, creating features like U-shaped valleys.

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How do the Appalachian Mountains illustrate weathering and erosion?

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The Appalachian Mountains have become rounded over millions of years due to continuous weathering and erosion.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion involves the movement of those broken materials to new locations.

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a landform created at the mouth of a river where sediment is deposited as the river slows down.