Weathering & Erosion

Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces due to natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

Erosion is the process of moving small pieces of Earth's surface from one place to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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

The main causes of weathering include temperature changes, water, ice, and plant roots.

Wind can carry sand and small particles, which can wear away rocks and soil as they move.

Water can cause weathering by freezing and thawing, which cracks rocks, and by dissolving minerals in rocks.

A mudslide is a fast erosion event caused by moving water and gravity, where mud and debris flow down a slope.

No, bugs do not cause weathering; they are not a natural force that breaks down rocks.

Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller pieces, while erosion moves those pieces to a different location.

Water, wind, and ice are all natural forces that can cause erosion.