Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice.

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What is erosion?

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The process of moving weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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The process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass, often forming features like deltas.

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What does WED stand for?

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Weathering, Erosion, Deposition.

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How does water cause weathering?

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Water can enter cracks in rocks, freeze, and expand, causing the rocks to break apart.

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What is a delta?

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A landform created by the deposition of sediment at the mouth of a river, where it meets a body of water.

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What is a sea arch?

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A natural rock formation created by erosion, where waves wear away the rock, leaving an arch shape.

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What is physical weathering?

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The process of breaking rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition, often due to temperature changes.

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What is chemical weathering?

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The process that breaks down rocks through chemical reactions, often involving water and minerals.

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What role do glaciers play in erosion?

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Glaciers can erode the land beneath them by scraping and carrying away rocks and soil as they move.