Earth Feature's Review

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What is the definition of stable?

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staying mostly the same

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A clue about life from the past that is preserved in rock is a....

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fossil

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What is the process called when flood water pounds against a wall and wears it down?

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Weathering

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A convincing argument has evidence from only one source. TRUE or FALSE?

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FALSE

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What is the definition of sediment?

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small pieces of rock such as silt or sand

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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The process by which sediment settles out of the water or wind carrying it.

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What is a rock layer?

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A layer of rock that has formed over time, often containing fossils.

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What is a mineral?

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A naturally occurring substance that is solid and stable at room temperature.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.