Weathering and Erosion Review

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What are the agents that break down earth materials?

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Wind, water, and ice.

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How do plants weather rocks?

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When roots grow into cracks of rocks and expand the rock.

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What is erosion?

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The movement of sediment.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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True or False: Landscapes stay the same over long periods of time because of erosion.

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False.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the process called when small pieces of rocks and soil are carried away to new locations?

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Erosion.

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NGSS.4-ESS2-1

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Name one effect of erosion on landscapes.

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Erosion can create valleys and canyons.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What role does water play in weathering?

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Water can dissolve minerals and help break down rocks.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is deposition?

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The process where sediment is dropped off in a new location.

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How can wind cause weathering?

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Wind can carry small particles that hit rocks and wear them down.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2