WED Review

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What is the process of washing away of sediments called?

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Erosion

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What two processes are involved in the formation of sedimentary rocks?

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Cementation and Compaction

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What does compaction mean?

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To squeeze together.

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What is the breaking down of rocks into sediment called?

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Weathering

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What is the dropping off of sediments in a new location called?

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Deposition

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is the difference between erosion and deposition?

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Erosion is the movement of sediments, while deposition is the dropping off of sediments.

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What role does cementation play in sedimentary rock formation?

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Cementation glues sediments together to form rocks.

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Can you give an example of erosion?

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Rivers washing away soil and rocks.

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What is an example of weathering?

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Rocks breaking down due to freeze-thaw cycles.