6th Grade Earth Science Review

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What type of area is more likely to weather and erode?

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An area with very little vegetation, because it has no roots to absorb extra water or hold the soil together. The extra water and loose soil is likely to become a landslide/mudslide.

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What happens to water during evaporation?

Back

Water changes from a liquid to a gas.

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What is deposition in Earth Science?

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Deposition is the process where layers of sediment form at the bottom of the ocean floor.

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How does temperature change as you get farther away from the Earth?

Back

The layers of the atmosphere get colder.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is the conditions in one day, but climate is the conditions over a long time.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of weathered materials from one location to another.

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What role do plants play in preventing erosion?

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Plants have roots that hold the soil together, preventing it from washing away.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is the definition of atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth.