WED-Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another, often by wind, water, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials, such as sand and sediment, are dropped or settled in a new location after being transported by wind, water, or ice.

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How does acid rain affect limestone?

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Acid rain can dissolve underground limestone, leading to the formation of caves and sinkholes, which is an example of weathering.

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What happens when waves drop sand on the beach?

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When waves drop sand on the beach, it is an example of deposition, where materials are settled in a new location.

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What are terminal moraines?

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Terminal moraines are accumulations of debris deposited by glaciers, marking the furthest advance of the glacier.

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How do ponds become marshes?

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Ponds can fill up with sediment over time, leading to their transformation into marshes, which is an example of deposition.

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What is the role of flood water in weathering?

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Flood water can pound against canyon walls, wearing them down over time, which is an example of weathering.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion involves the movement of those broken materials to a new location.

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Can you give an example of erosion?

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An example of erosion is a river carrying away soil and rocks as it flows, reshaping the landscape.