Erosion

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What type of rock forms when molten rock cools and solidifies?

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Igneous rock.

Front

What are the main agents that break down earth materials?

Back

Wind, water, and ice.

Front

Define weathering in the context of geology.

Back

Weathering is the breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces.

Front

What is the process called that breaks up Earth's surface into sediment?

Back

Weathering.

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What type of rock is formed from extreme heat and pressure?

Back

Metamorphic rock.

Front

What is the difference between igneous and metamorphic rocks?

Back

Igneous rocks form from cooled molten rock, while metamorphic rocks form from existing rocks subjected to heat and pressure.

Front

What role does water play in erosion?

Back

Water acts as an agent of erosion by transporting sediment and breaking down rocks.

Front

What is the significance of sediment in the erosion process?

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Sediment is the material that is eroded and transported, playing a key role in shaping landscapes.

Front

How does wind contribute to erosion?

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Wind erodes surfaces by carrying away loose particles and shaping landforms.

Front

What is the relationship between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion transports the weathered material.