Weathering Erosion Deposition Review

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What are fragments of weathered rocks called?

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Sediments

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What is the process called when pieces of rock are washed away by waves?

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Erosion

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the term for the process in which sediment settles out of water or wind?

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Deposition

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What is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

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Weathering

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What landform is created by sediment being dropped where a river meets the ocean?

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Delta

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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 pieces.

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What are the two main types of weathering?

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Physical weathering and chemical weathering.

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How does vegetation affect erosion?

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Vegetation helps to anchor soil and reduce erosion by wind and water.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity causes materials to move downhill, contributing to erosion.

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What is the significance of sediment in the formation of soil?

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Sediment contributes to soil formation by providing minerals and nutrients.