Weathering, Erosion, & Deposition

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces.

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What causes weathering?

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Weathering can be caused by natural elements like water, ice, wind, and temperature changes.

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How does freezing water affect rocks?

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Freezing water expands in cracks of rocks, causing them to break apart.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving weathered rock and soil from one place to another.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments are laid down in a new location after being transported.

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What are sediments?

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Sediments are small fragments of weathered rocks and minerals.

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What role does wind play in erosion?

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Wind can blow sand and other particles from one location to another, causing erosion.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces away.

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What is an example of chemical weathering?

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An example of chemical weathering is when acid rain dissolves limestone.

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What is physical weathering?

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Physical weathering is the breaking down of rocks without changing their chemical composition.