Weathering, Erosion, & Deposition Content-Roberts F24

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What is the process by which a canyon is formed?

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A canyon is formed through a slow process of weathering and erosion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What are examples of destructive forces in nature?

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Weathering and erosion are examples of destructive forces.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering is the process where plants dissolve rocks with their acids.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is frost wedging?

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Frost wedging is a type of mechanical/physical weathering where ice gets into the cracks of rocks, freezes, expands, and breaks the rock.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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How do weathering, erosion, and deposition work together?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, erosion transports the broken materials, and deposition lays them down in new locations.

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What role do plants play in weathering?

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Plants can contribute to weathering through chemical processes, such as dissolving rocks with their acids.

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What is the difference between mechanical and chemical weathering?

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Mechanical weathering involves the physical breakdown of rocks, while chemical weathering involves changes in the chemical composition of rocks.

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What is an example of mechanical weathering?

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An example of mechanical weathering is frost wedging.

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