Weathering, Erosion, Deposition

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What is weathering?
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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces through physical, chemical, or biological means.
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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 wind, water, or ice and transported to another location.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 after erosion.
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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?
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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion involves the movement of those broken materials to a new location.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is physical weathering?
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Physical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks without changing their chemical composition, often through temperature changes, freeze-thaw cycles, or abrasion.
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What is chemical weathering?
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Chemical weathering involves the alteration of the mineral composition of rocks through chemical reactions, such as oxidation or hydrolysis.
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What is frost wedging?
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Frost wedging is a type of physical weathering where water seeps into cracks in rocks, freezes, expands, and eventually causes the rock to break apart.
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