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What is river erosion?

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River erosion is the process by which flowing water removes soil and rock from the land, shaping the landscape over time.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What type of energy conversion occurs when a light bulb is turned on?

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Electrical energy is converted to light energy.

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What causes objects to appear broken when viewed through water?

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Objects appear broken due to the bending of light rays as they pass from air into water.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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How are layered rocks in the Grand Canyon formed?

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Layered rocks are formed by the processes of time and pressure acting on sediments.

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What type of energy do flying reindeer use?

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Flying reindeer use mechanical energy to move through the air.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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What is the definition of mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is the role of time in geological processes?

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Time allows for the accumulation of sediments and the transformation of materials under pressure.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the vibration of electrically charged particles.

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What is the definition of sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, soil, and organic material that are transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What is the process of deposition?

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Deposition is the geological process in which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2