Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition Test

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is when pieces of the Earth's surface are deposited somewhere.

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What happens during deposition?

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Sediment is dropped or left somewhere else.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking the earth's surface into smaller pieces through natural causes.

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What are the two types of weathering?

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The two types of weathering are physical and chemical.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediment from one place to another.

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What causes weathering?

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Weathering is caused by natural processes such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces away.

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Can you give an example of physical weathering?

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An example of physical weathering is when water freezes in cracks of rocks and expands, causing the rock to break.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering involves changes in the chemical composition of rocks, such as rusting.

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How does deposition occur?

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Deposition occurs when the energy of transporting agents like water or wind decreases, allowing sediment to settle.