Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is the process that slowly changes our land?

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Weathering, erosion, and deposition.

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What happens to rocks during weathering?

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They are broken down into smaller pieces that can be eroded.

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What are small, weathered rock pieces called?

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Sediments.

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How are sediments moved to a new spot?

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By the force of wind and water.

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What can happen if enough sediments pack together in water?

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An island can form.

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What is the process of sediments settling in a new location called?

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Deposition.

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What natural forces can cause erosion?

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Wind, water, ice, and gravity.

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How does erosion affect landscapes over time?

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It can change the shape of landscapes by wearing down mountains and filling valleys.