Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is weathering?
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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.
2.
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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 caused by water, wind, or ice.
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What is deposition?
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Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass, often occurring in bodies of water.
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How does wind contribute to weathering?
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Wind can blast sand at rocks, causing them to break down and form features like arches.
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What role do glaciers play in weathering?
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Glaciers scrape rocks across the earth's surface, breaking them down through the process of weathering.
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What is an example of chemical weathering?
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Caves can form when acid rain dissolves underground limestone, which is a type of chemical weathering.
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What happens during volcanic eruptions in terms of weathering?
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Volcanoes can blast their tops into bits of rock and ash, contributing to weathering.
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