Slow Changes to Land

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces due to natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediment and soil from one location to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediment and soil settle in a new location, building up land.

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How long do slow changes to the Earth's surface take?

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Slow changes to the Earth's surface, like weathering and erosion, can take thousands of years.

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What natural force can cause erosion?

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Water, wind, and ice can all cause erosion.

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What is a glacier?

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A glacier is a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land, shaping the landscape through erosion and deposition.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces away from their original location.

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What does NOT cause slow changes to the Earth's surface?

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Earthquakes do not cause slow changes; they cause rapid changes.

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What role does wind play in shaping the land?

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Wind can erode rocks and soil and deposit sediment, creating landforms like dunes.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small pieces of rock and soil that are carried by water, wind, or ice.