Erosion & Deposition Flashcard Review

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________ is the setting down of sediment.

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deposition

Front

Rocks that break down into smaller pieces is called ________________. Options: weathering, erosion, deposition, convection

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weathering

Front

Valleys are created by what process?

Back

erosion

Front

Sand dunes are created through what process?

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deposition by wind

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What process creates deltas?

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Deposition by water

Front

What changes the mineral composition of rocks?

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chemical weathering

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What is it called when sediment is moved from one place to another?

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erosion

Front

What agent creates a terminal moraine?

Back

Ice (Glaciers)

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What process creates flood plains?

Back

erosion and deposition

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Canyons are created by what process?

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erosion