Changes in the Geosphere 1

Changes in the Geosphere 1

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4th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is weathering in the context of the geosphere?

Back

Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller particles or sediments through physical, chemical, or biological means.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does weathering contribute to sediment formation?

Back

Weathering creates sediment by breaking down larger rocks into smaller particles, similar to how sugar cubes can be crushed into dust.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is erosion and how does it differ from weathering?

Back

Erosion is the movement of soil and rock particles from one location to another by wind, water, ice, or gravity, while weathering is the process of breaking down rocks.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What factors increase the rate of erosion?

Back

Factors that increase erosion include steep slopes, fast-moving water, lack of vegetation, and human activities such as deforestation.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is deposition in the context of the geosphere?

Back

Deposition is the process by which sediments are laid down in new locations after being transported by erosion.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the sequence of the three change agents in the geosphere?

Back

The sequence is weathering, erosion, and then deposition.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the speed of a river affect erosion?

Back

A faster river increases the rate of erosion because it has more energy to transport sediment and erode the riverbanks.

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