Weathering, Erosion and Deposition

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What is the process that breaks down rocks and other materials on Earth's surface?

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Weathering

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How do plants weather rocks?

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

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What is the process by which water, ice, wind, or gravity moves weathered rock and soil from one place to another?

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Erosion

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What is an example of erosion?

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An avalanche carries snow from the top of a mountain to the base.

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How is a cliff formed near the ocean?

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Ocean waves washed away rock.

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What is deposition in the context of weathering and erosion?

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The process where sediments are laid down in new locations after being transported.

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity pulls rocks and soil down slopes, contributing to erosion.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks; erosion moves the broken materials.

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Can weathering occur without erosion?

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Yes, weathering can occur without erosion if the broken materials remain in place.

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What is mechanical weathering?

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The physical breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.