Weathering and Erosion

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of rocks and soil from one location to another.

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Which natural element does NOT cause erosion?

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Plants do not cause erosion.

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What is a mudslide?

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A mudslide is the flowing down of very wet soil.

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How does water break down rocks?

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Water breaks down rocks by repeatedly freezing and thawing in cracks.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of water weakening the minerals in rocks, causing them to break.

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What are the main types of weathering?

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The main types of weathering are physical weathering, chemical weathering, and biological weathering.

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What is physical weathering?

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Physical weathering is the breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, often due to reactions with water or other chemicals.

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What role do plants play in erosion?

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

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breakdown of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.