Weathering & Erosion

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process that moves small pieces of Earth's surface to another location.

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NGSS.4-ESS2-1

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is when sediments are dropped off in a new location after being moved by erosion.

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What causes weathering?

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Weathering can be caused by wind, water, ice, and plant roots.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the role of ice in weathering?

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Ice can cause weathering by expanding in cracks of rocks and breaking them apart.

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What is the role of tree roots in weathering?

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Tree roots can grow into cracks in rocks, causing them to break apart.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces to a new location.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is an example of erosion?

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An example of erosion is a river carrying away soil and rocks.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What materials can wind carry that cause weathering?

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Wind can carry sand and dust that wear down rocks.

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What is gravity's role in erosion?

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Gravity pulls rocks and soil down slopes, causing erosion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2