Earth Science Vocabulary 2

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where small pieces of rock stop moving and settle in a new location.

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What are sediments?

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Sediments are small pieces of rocks that have been weathered.

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What causes weathering in rocks?

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Weathering can occur when water seeps into cracks in a rock, freezes, and expands, causing the rock to break apart.

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What is the meaning of weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking away of Earth's materials due to natural processes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process where materials are worn away and transported by natural forces such as water or wind.

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How does a river contribute to erosion?

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A river carries small rocks and soil downstream, depositing them in a different location, which is a form of erosion.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.

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What role does ice play in weathering?

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Ice can cause weathering by freezing in rock cracks and expanding, leading to the rock breaking apart.

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What is sedimentation?

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Sedimentation is the process of settling and accumulating sediments in a new location.

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Can weathering occur without erosion?

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Yes, weathering can occur without erosion; weathering is the breakdown of rocks, while erosion involves movement.