5th Grade Earth Science Review

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down Earth's surface into smaller pieces.

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What is the Earth's rotation?

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The Earth's rotation is the spinning movement of the Earth about its axis.

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What type of weather might occur if air pressure and temperature drop?

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Rainy weather is likely to occur when air pressure and temperature drop.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process that moves small pieces of Earth's surface to another location.

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What is igneous rock?

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Igneous rock is rock that was formed from cooled magma or lava.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials are laid down or deposited in a new location.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves those broken pieces to new locations.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun cause the seasons.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is a fossil?

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A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a once-living organism.