Weathering and Erosion

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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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of soil and rock from one location to another by natural forces such as wind, water, ice, and gravity.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where eroded materials stop moving and accumulate in a new location, forming new landforms.

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What are the main agents of erosion?

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The main agents of erosion are water, wind, ice, and gravity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks and minerals, while erosion involves the movement of those materials from one place to another.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is bedrock?

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Bedrock is the solid rock layer beneath the soil and loose material, serving as the foundation for the soil layers above.

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What is topsoil?

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Topsoil is the uppermost layer of soil, rich in organic material and nutrients, where most plant roots grow.

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What is subsoil?

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Subsoil is the layer of soil beneath the topsoil, containing minerals and nutrients but less organic material.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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How does gravity contribute to erosion?

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Gravity pulls materials down slopes, causing landslides and mudslides, which are forms of erosion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What role does water play in erosion?

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Water can erode land by flowing over it, carrying away soil and rock particles, and creating features like valleys and canyons.

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