Weathering & Erosion

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of weathered materials from one place to another.

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What causes weathering?

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

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What is a mudslide?

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A mudslide is a fast erosion event caused by moving water and gravity.

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What role do tree roots play in weathering?

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Tree roots can grow into cracks in rocks, breaking them apart.

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What is the main cause of ice weathering?

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Ice can expand in cracks of rocks when it freezes, causing the rocks to break.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where eroded materials are dropped off in a new location.

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What does wind carry that can cause weathering?

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Wind can carry sand, which can wear down rocks.

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What is gravity's role in erosion?

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Gravity pulls materials down slopes, contributing to erosion.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks; erosion moves the broken pieces.