5th Grade Science

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process where sediment is compacted and glued together by minerals, forming solid rock.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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What is the crust of the Earth?

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The crust is the outermost layer of the Earth, composed mainly of rock.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which wind or water carries away weathered pieces of sediment.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is sediment?

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Sediment refers to weathered pieces of rock that are transported by wind, water, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What is the axis of the Earth?

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The axis is an imaginary line around which the Earth rotates.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is laid down or deposited in a new location.

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What is the mantle?

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The mantle is the layer of the Earth located between the crust and the core, composed of semi-solid rock.

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What is the core of the Earth?

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The core is the innermost layer of the Earth, consisting of a solid inner core and a liquid outer core.

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What is compression in geology?

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Compression is the process where rocks are squeezed together, often leading to folding or faulting.