Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is the process that breaks down rocks and other materials on Earth's surface called?

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Weathering

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What can deposition change on the Earth’s surface over long periods of time?

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It can form new land features.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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True or False: Some agents of weathering include water, wind, ice, temperature, and plant roots.

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True

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is an example of erosion in agriculture?

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A farmer's topsoil being blown away during a hurricane.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What are the small broken down pieces of rock called?

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Sediment

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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.

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Name one agent of erosion.

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Water, wind, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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How does temperature contribute to weathering?

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Temperature changes can cause rocks to expand and contract, leading to cracks and breakdown.

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What role do plant roots play in weathering?

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Plant roots can grow into cracks in rocks, exerting pressure and causing the rocks to break apart.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is mechanical weathering?

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Mechanical weathering is the physical breakdown of rocks without changing their chemical composition.

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