Weathering, Erosion and Deposition Review

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What is Erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which wind, water, ice, or gravity transport soil, rocks, and sediments from one location to another.

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What is an example of Erosion?

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Muddy water being carried away by a fast-moving river is an example of erosion.

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What is Deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments settle and stop moving, often at the base of a cliff or in a riverbed.

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What is an example of Deposition?

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Sediments settling at the base of a cliff is an example of deposition.

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What is Weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals through natural processes such as acid rain.

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What is an example of Weathering?

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Caves being formed by acid rain dissolving underground limestone is an example of weathering.

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How does Erosion differ from Weathering?

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Erosion involves the movement of materials, while weathering is the breaking down of materials without movement.

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What role does gravity play in Erosion?

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Gravity helps transport materials downhill, contributing to erosion.

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What is the impact of Erosion on landscapes?

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Erosion can change landscapes by removing soil and rock, creating valleys and canyons.

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What is the relationship between Weathering and Erosion?

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Weathering breaks down materials, and erosion transports those materials away.