Weathering and Erosion Review

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What is a volcano that is not likely to erupt in the future?

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An extinct volcano.

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What does wind pick up and move?

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Sediments.

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What is the process of laying down sediments and rocks in a new place called?

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Deposition.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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True or False: Volcanoes, heavy rain, and earthquakes ALL cause landslides.

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True.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is the process of breaking rocks into smaller pieces?

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Weathering.

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What is erosion?

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The process of moving sediments from one place to another.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks; erosion moves them.

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What natural events can cause erosion?

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Wind, water, and ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is deposition in the context of weathering and erosion?

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The process where sediments are laid down in a new location.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

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What is a landslide?

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A sudden and fast movement of rock and soil down a slope.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2