Weathering, Erosion & Deposition

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What is weathering?

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The process by which rock materials are broken down by the action of physical and chemical processes.

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What happens to the sediment when a river slows down at a curve?

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The river loses energy and drops sediment.

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What type of weathering occurs when plant roots grow into gaps in the rock?

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Physical weathering.

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What is deposition?

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When eroded materials are dropped or laid down.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which wind, water, ice, or gravity transport weathered materials from one location to another.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion transports the broken materials.

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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 gases.

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What is physical weathering?

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The process that breaks down rocks without changing their chemical composition, often through mechanical forces.

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How do glaciers contribute to erosion?

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Glaciers erode the land by scraping and grinding rocks as they move.

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity causes materials to move downhill, contributing to erosion.