Weathering, Erosion, Deposition and Landforms

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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The movement of weathered material (sediment) from one place to another by wind, water, gravity, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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The process where sediment is dropped or settled in a new location, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What is an example of erosion?

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Wind blowing away sediment.

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What is an island?

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A body of land completely surrounded by water.

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What is a peninsula?

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A piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides.

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What is runoff?

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Water that flows over the ground surface rather than being absorbed into the ground.

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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 to a new location.

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What is physical weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks without changing their chemical composition, often through temperature changes or freezing and thawing.

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What is chemical weathering?

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The process that breaks down rocks through chemical reactions, often involving water and minerals.