Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process that moves rocks and soil from one place to another, often caused by wind, water, ice, or gravity.

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What causes erosion?

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Erosion is caused by natural forces such as wind, water, ice, and gravity.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces without moving them.

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How do plants contribute to weathering?

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Plants weather rocks when their roots grow into cracks and expand, breaking the rock apart.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What happens during deposition?

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During deposition, materials are dropped off in new locations, often forming layers.

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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 as it flows.

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How does water cause erosion?

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Water causes erosion by flowing over land, carrying away soil and rocks with its current.

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What is the role of gravity in erosion?

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Gravity pulls rocks and soil down slopes, leading to erosion, especially in landslides.

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What is the Grand Canyon an example of?

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The Grand Canyon is an example of erosion caused by a river (water) over millions of years.