Weathering, Erosion and Deposition

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which weathered rock and soil are moved from one place to another by water, ice, wind, or gravity.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where bits of broken rock and soil are dropped in new places, changing the Earth's surface.

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How does weathering differ from erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces away from their original location.

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity helps move soil and rocks downhill, contributing to erosion.

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Can you give an example of weathering?

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An example of weathering is when water seeps into cracks in rocks, freezes, and expands, causing the rocks to break apart.

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What is an example of erosion?

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An example of erosion is a river carrying away soil and rocks as it flows.

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What is the impact of deposition on landforms?

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Deposition can create new landforms like deltas, beaches, and sand dunes.

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What natural forces can cause weathering?

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Natural forces that cause weathering include wind, water, ice, and temperature changes.

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What is the difference between fast and slow changes in the Earth?

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Fast changes, like earthquakes, happen quickly, while slow changes, like erosion, occur over long periods.

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