Weathering and Erosion

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is weathering?
Back
Weathering is the breaking down of rocks.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why has granite replaced limestone for headstones?
Back
Granite is more resistant to weathering.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is erosion?
Back
Erosion is the process by which bits of broken rock are carried away by wind, streams, or glaciers.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are bits of broken rock carried away by natural forces called?
Back
Sediment.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of erosion.
Back
Sand being pulled away from a beach by waves.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between weathering and erosion?
Back
Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken rocks.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What natural forces can cause erosion?
Back
Wind, water (streams, rivers, waves), and glaciers.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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