Weathering

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What causes rocks to weather?

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Wind, water, ice, living things, and changes in temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the process called when rocks break into smaller pieces due to natural elements?

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Weathering.

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Where does weather take place on Earth?

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Near Earth's surface.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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What type of change is weathering?

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A slow change that takes many years.

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What does weathering do to rocks?

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It gradually breaks them down into smaller pieces.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is erosion?

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The process of moving weathered rock and soil from one place to another.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What are sediments?

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Small pieces of rock and soil that have been broken down by weathering.

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What role does temperature play in weathering?

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Temperature changes can cause rocks to expand and contract, leading to cracks and breaking.

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Can living things contribute to weathering?

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Yes, plants and animals can break down rocks through their growth and movement.

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What is mechanical weathering?

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The physical breaking down of rocks without changing their chemical composition.