Weathering, Erosion, & Deposition

Front

What is the movement of soil and rock by wind, water, ice, and gravity?

Back

Erosion

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What type of erosion caused the Grand Canyon from the Colorado River?

Back

Water erosion

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is a hill of sand created by the wind called?

Back

Dune

Front

What happens to rocks over time due to the movement of water in a river?

Back

They become smaller and smoother.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the process of breaking rock into smaller pieces?

Back

Weathering

Front

What is the term for the process where materials are dropped off in a new location?

Back

Deposition

Front

What natural force can cause erosion by carrying away soil and rocks?

Back

Wind

Front

What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

Back

Weathering breaks down rocks; erosion moves them.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is sediment?

Back

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

Front

What is a delta?

Back

A landform created by the deposition of sediment at the mouth of a river.