Erosion Review

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What can slow down erosion?

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Vegetation can slow down erosion by holding soil in place with their roots.

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What moves slowly over land, moving sediment and carving valleys?

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Glaciers move slowly over land, carrying sediment and carving out valleys.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What do we call the deep, narrow valleys formed by rivers wearing away rock?

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Canyons are deep, narrow valleys formed by rivers eroding rock.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What do we call the sand deposits formed by wind on beaches and deserts?

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Dunes are sand deposits formed by wind on beaches and deserts.

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What is the process called when small pieces of rocks and soil are carried away to new locations?

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Erosion is the process of carrying away small pieces of rocks and soil.

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NGSS.4-ESS2-1

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What is the opposite of erosion, where sediment is dropped in a new location?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is dropped in a new location.

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What natural force can cause erosion by moving water?

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Rivers can cause erosion by moving water that wears away rock and soil.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is weathering in relation to erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces, which can then be eroded.

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How do human activities affect erosion?

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Human activities, like deforestation and construction, can increase erosion by removing vegetation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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What role do plants play in preventing erosion?

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Plants help prevent erosion by stabilizing the soil with their roots.