Soil, Erosion and Weathering Review

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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How does wind cause weathering?

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Wind causes weathering by blowing tiny pieces of rock against larger rocks, which slowly breaks them down.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving soil and rock from one place to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What type of soil has large particles and feels gritty?

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Sand is a type of soil that has large particles, does not retain much water, and feels rough and gritty.

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How do sandy beaches form?

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Sandy beaches form when waves pound pebbles into smaller and smaller pieces.

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What happens to rocks when water freezes in their cracks?

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When water freezes in the cracks of rocks, it expands, which can cause the rocks to break.

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What is loam soil?

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Loam is a type of soil that has medium-sized particles, holds the perfect amount of water, and feels soft.

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What is the role of rain in weathering?

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Rain can wear away rocks into smaller and smaller pieces, contributing to the weathering process.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller pieces, while erosion moves those pieces from one place to another.

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What is clay soil?

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Clay is a type of soil that has very small particles, retains a lot of water, and feels sticky when wet.