What causes small pieces of rock to break off mountains?
Rock Transformation

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Wind and rain interact with the rock, breaking it into small pieces.
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What happens when two continents that were far apart come close together?
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One tectonic plate goes underneath the other plate and sinks into the soft rock below.
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Do rocks change quickly over time?
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Most rock formation processes happen very slowly, so rocks are not likely to change much in a week.
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Can material in igneous rock become sedimentary rock?
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Yes, rock material can transform between different types.
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How does rock material turn into sand?
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Wind and rain interact with the rock, breaking it into small pieces.
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What is weathering?
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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces like wind and water.
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What is erosion?
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Erosion is the movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.
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