Earth Changes

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process where rocks are broken apart into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process where rocks, sand, and soil are carried away from their original location.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is when Earth materials are dropped in a new location because wind or water has stopped moving.

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What causes floods?

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Floods happen when water in rivers and streams overflows to the land surrounding them.

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What are rapid processes in Earth changes?

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Rapid processes include landslides, floods, and earthquakes.

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What is a landslide?

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A landslide is a rapid movement of rock and soil down a slope.

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What is a volcanic eruption?

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A volcanic eruption is when magma from inside the Earth erupts through the surface.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion carries those broken pieces away.

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What role does water play in erosion?

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Water can carry away soil and rocks, leading to erosion.

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What is an example of deposition?

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An example of deposition is when sand is dropped by wind to form a dune.