Weathering & Erosion

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces.

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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 can cause erosion?

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Water, wind, ice, and gravity can all cause erosion.

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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 by erosion.

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What is the role of tree roots in weathering?

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

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What is one way ice can cause weathering?

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Ice can freeze in cracks of rocks, expand, and break the rocks apart.

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What is gravity's role in erosion?

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Gravity pulls rocks and soil down slopes, contributing to erosion.

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Which of these is NOT responsible for weathering rocks?

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Bugs are not responsible for weathering rocks.

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How does wind contribute to erosion?

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Wind can blow sand and small particles away, eroding surfaces.

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What happens during a flood in relation to erosion?

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Floods can cause rapid erosion by moving large amounts of water and sediment.