Science 5.8 Earth

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What is physical weathering?

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Physical weathering is the breaking of rock into smaller pieces by natural forces such as gravity, ice, and plant roots.

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What type of plate boundary is formed when two tectonic plates collide?

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A convergent plate boundary is formed when two tectonic plates collide.

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What is deposition in the context of Earth science?

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Deposition occurs when eroded materials stop moving and begin to build up in a new location.

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How does temperature change as you go deeper into the Earth?

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Temperature increases as you go deeper into the Earth.

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What is a plate boundary?

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A plate boundary is the area where two tectonic plates meet.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.

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What is a divergent plate boundary?

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A divergent plate boundary is formed when two tectonic plates move away from each other.

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What is a transform plate boundary?

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A transform plate boundary is formed when two tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally.

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What role do plant roots play in physical weathering?

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Plant roots can grow into cracks in rocks, causing them to break apart as the roots expand.