Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another by natural forces like water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is when particles carried by water, ice, or wind are deposited or dropped in another location.

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Give an example of weathering.

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An example of weathering is flood water pounding against a canyon wall and wearing it down.

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Give an example of erosion.

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An example of erosion is a river cutting through rock and soil, carrying the material downstream.

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Give an example of deposition.

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An example of deposition is layers of sediment forming at the bottom of the ocean.

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What forms at the mouths of rivers due to deposition?

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Deltas form at the mouths of rivers due to deposition.

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What happens to ponds over time due to deposition?

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Ponds can fill up with sediment and become marshes due to deposition.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion involves the movement of those broken pieces to a new location.

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What natural forces can cause erosion?

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Natural forces that can cause erosion include water, wind, and ice.