Weathering, Erosion and Deposition

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What is the process called when minerals in rocks are softened by water, leading to the rocks breaking down?

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Hydrolysis

Front

What term describes the movement of sand by wind from one location to another?

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Erosion

Front

How does deposition change the Earth’s surface?

Back

Bits of broken rock and soil are dropped in new places.

Front

What long-term effect can deposition have on the Earth’s surface?

Back

It can form new land features.

Front

True or False: A small stream or other source of flowing water cannot form a canyon.

Back

False

Front

What is weathering?

Back

The process of breaking down rocks and minerals through physical, chemical, or biological means.

Front

What is the difference between erosion and weathering?

Back

Erosion involves the movement of soil and rock from one location to another, while weathering is the breakdown of rocks without movement.

Front

What role does gravity play in erosion?

Back

Gravity causes materials to move downhill, contributing to erosion.

Front

What is the term for the accumulation of sediment in a new location?

Back

Deposition

Front

What are the two main types of weathering?

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Physical weathering and chemical weathering.