Weathering & Erosion
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is weathering?
Back
Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is erosion?
Back
Erosion is the movement of weathered rock and soil from one place to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What causes a mudslide?
Back
A mudslide is caused by heavy rain or melting snow that saturates the ground, making it unstable and allowing mud to flow downhill.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do rivers shape the land?
Back
Rivers shape the land by eroding the soil and rocks along their banks, creating valleys and riverbeds.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does ice play in weathering?
Back
Ice can cause weathering by freezing in cracks of rocks, expanding, and breaking the rocks apart.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main agent of erosion?
Back
Water is the main agent of erosion, as it can carry away soil and rocks through rivers, rain, and waves.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the effect of sunlight on rocks?
Back
Sunlight can cause rocks to expand and contract, leading to cracks and weathering over time.
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