Weathering, Erosion and Deposition

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What is the process of carrying away weathered bits of rocks called?

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Erosion

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What weak acid is formed when carbon dioxide dissolves in water?

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Carbonic acid

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NGSS.MS-PS1-2

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How does freezing water cause the weathering of rocks?

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It expands cracks and breaks rocks.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the fan-shaped landform created by sediment deposited at the base of a mountain called?

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Alluvial fan

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the process of slowly breaking rocks into smaller pieces called?

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Mechanical weathering

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the carrying away of those weathered materials.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What type of weathering involves chemical changes in the minerals of rocks?

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Chemical weathering

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What is an example of mechanical weathering?

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Frost wedging, where water freezes in cracks and expands.

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What is deposition in the context of weathering and erosion?

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The process by which sediments are laid down in new locations.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What landform is created when a river meets a larger body of water and deposits sediment?

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Delta