Weathering and Erosion

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which pieces of the Earth are moved from one place to another after being broken down through weathering.

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What happens to pieces of Earth after erosion?

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They are deposited somewhere else.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that wears away rocks and soil, breaking them down into smaller pieces.

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What are small bits of Earth's pieces that settle at the bottom of river beds and on beaches called?

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Sediment.

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What is gravel?

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Gravel consists of pieces of rock that are smaller than hand-sized rocks and bigger than sediment like sand.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks and soil, while erosion moves those broken pieces to a different location.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is laid down or settled in a new location.

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What natural forces can cause erosion?

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Water, wind, and ice can all cause erosion by moving soil and rock.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock and soil that have been broken down by weathering.

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How does water contribute to erosion?

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Water can carry away soil and rocks, especially during heavy rain or flooding.