Wind changes to Earth's Surface

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What is wind erosion?

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Wind erosion is the process by which wind removes soil and rock particles from one location and transports them to another.

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What is deposition in the context of wind?

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Deposition is the process where wind slows down and drops the particles it was carrying, leading to the accumulation of these particles in a new location.

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How do sand dunes form?

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Sand dunes form when wind transports sand and deposits it in a new area, creating mounds of sand.

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What role does vegetation play in wind erosion?

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Vegetation can help reduce wind erosion by stabilizing the soil and preventing sand from being blown away.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces through natural forces, including wind.

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How does wind weather rocks?

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Wind can weather rocks by carrying sand particles that scratch and wear down the surface of the rocks.

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What is the difference between erosion and deposition?

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Erosion is the removal and transport of soil and rock, while deposition is the accumulation of those materials in a new location.

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What environmental factors contribute to the formation of taller sand dunes?

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Stronger winds and a drier climate with minimal vegetation contribute to the formation of taller sand dunes.

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What happens to particles when wind slows down?

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When wind slows down, it loses the energy to carry particles, leading to their deposition in a new location.

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What is a mesa?

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A mesa is a flat-topped hill or mountain with steep sides, often formed by erosion.