Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is the process called when sediment is dropped by water, wind, or ice?

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Deposition

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What do we call the movement of rock or Earth material from one place to another?

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Erosion

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How does freezing water contribute to the weathering of rocks?

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It expands cracks and breaks rocks.

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What can deposition do to the Earth's surface over long periods of time?

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It can form new land features.

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What is an example of erosion?

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Rocks being picked up and carried downstream.

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is the difference between erosion and deposition?

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Erosion is the movement of sediment, while deposition is the dropping of sediment.

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What natural forces can cause erosion?

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Water, wind, and ice.

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What is the role of gravity in erosion?

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Gravity pulls rocks and sediment downhill, causing erosion.

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What is a landform created by deposition?

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A delta.