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Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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Science, Fun, Other

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is weathering?

Back

Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces through physical, chemical, or biological means.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is erosion?

Back

Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another, often by wind, water, or ice.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is deposition?

Back

Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass, often occurring after erosion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main types of weathering?

Back

The two main types of weathering are physical (mechanical) weathering and chemical weathering.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is physical weathering?

Back

Physical weathering is the process of breaking rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition, often through temperature changes, freezing, and thawing.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is chemical weathering?

Back

Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, often through reactions with water, acids, or gases.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of physical weathering?

Back

An example of physical weathering is freezing and thawing, where water seeps into cracks in rocks, freezes, expands, and eventually breaks the rock apart.

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