Weathering/Erosion/Deposition

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1.
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What is mechanical weathering?
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Mechanical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.
2.
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What is chemical weathering?
Back
Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, often due to reactions with water, acids, or gases.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is erosion?
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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another, often by wind, water, or ice.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is deposition?
Back
Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass, often after being transported by erosion.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?
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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion carries the broken pieces away.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes acid rain?
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Acid rain is caused by the release of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere, which then mix with water vapor and fall as precipitation.
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What is oxidation in the context of weathering?
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Oxidation is a chemical weathering process where oxygen reacts with minerals, often leading to rusting in iron-rich rocks.
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