Weathering, Erosion & Deposition

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What is the process by which rock materials are broken down by physical and chemical processes?

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Weathering

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What is the mechanical breakdown of rock into smaller pieces called?

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Physical weathering

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What is one example of physical weathering?

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Gravity

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What is the breakdown of rock as a result of a chemical process called?

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Chemical weathering

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What are fragments of weathered rock that are an important part of soil?

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Sediment

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.

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What is deposition?

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The process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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

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What role does gravity play in weathering?

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Gravity can cause rocks to break apart and move downhill, contributing to physical weathering.

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What is an example of chemical weathering?

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The reaction of acid rain with limestone.