5.3 Mass Movements

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The process responsible for moving material downslope under the influence of gravity is called ___

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mass movement

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_________________ happens when gravity moves sediment downhill.

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Mass movement

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What is the force behind mass movements?

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gravity

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Potholes forming in the road after a cold winter is an example of what type of weathering?

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mechanical weathering

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All of the following are causes of physical weathering except...

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acid rain

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What is erosion?

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The process of wearing away and transporting soil and rock by wind, water, or ice.

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Define weathering.

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The breakdown of rocks and minerals at the Earth's surface due to various factors.

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What is the difference between mechanical and chemical weathering?

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Mechanical weathering involves physical breakdown without changing the chemical composition, while chemical weathering alters the minerals in the rock.

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What role does vegetation play in mass movement?

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Vegetation can stabilize soil and reduce the risk of mass movement, but when roots decay, it can increase vulnerability.

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What is a landslide?

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A rapid mass movement of earth material down a slope.