The Dynamic Earth Quarter 2.1 Unit 3 Part 1

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What is weathering?

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The process by which rock materials are broken down by the action of physical and chemical processes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Sediment

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Fragments of weathering rock.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

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Erosion

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The process by which wind, water, ice, or gravity transport weathered materials from one location to another.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Deposition

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Occurs when the eroded materials are laid down.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Mineral

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A naturally occurring and usually inorganic solid.