Weathering and Erosion Flashcard

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What does erosion involve?

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The movement of weathered rock pieces by wind or water.

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down Earth's materials into smaller pieces.

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Which agent of erosion moves and deposits the most sediments?

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Flowing water.

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Which of the following can cause weathering?

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Water, air, chemicals, plants, and animals.

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What is chemical weathering?

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The process of changing the minerals of the rock through chemical reactions.

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What is physical weathering?

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The process of breaking a large rock into smaller pieces without changing the minerals.

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What role does water play in erosion?

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Water can carry sediments away from one location and deposit them in another.

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How do plants contribute to weathering?

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Plants can break down rocks through their roots and produce acids that contribute to chemical 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 movement of those broken pieces.

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What is sediment?

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Small pieces of rock and soil that are moved by erosion.