Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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The moving of rock and soil from one place to another.

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What is deposition?

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The process where eroded materials are dropped off in a new location.

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What type of weathering involves chemical changes in minerals?

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Chemical weathering.

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What type of weathering involves physical changes without altering the chemical composition?

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Physical weathering.

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What is an example of biological weathering?

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Roots of plants breaking apart rocks.

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What type of erosion is caused by moving water?

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Water erosion.

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What type of erosion is caused by wind?

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Wind erosion.

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What type of erosion is caused by glaciers?

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Glacial erosion.

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What is an example of chemical weathering?

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Acid rain dissolving limestone.