Porter 5g 2nd 9w Science Review 1 and 2 combined

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What is weather?

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Weather is the state of the atmosphere at a specific time and place, including factors like temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind. It changes daily.

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How do sediments become rocks?

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Sediments become rocks through a process called lithification, where they are layered and compacted by the weight of water and other sediments.

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What causes a U-shaped valley to form?

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A U-shaped valley is formed by the massive weight of glaciers scraping and eroding the landscape as they move through the valley.

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How are deltas formed?

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Deltas are formed by sediment deposition at the mouth of a river, where the river meets a body of water, causing the sediment to settle.

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How are sand dunes formed?

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Sand dunes are formed by wind erosion and deposition, where wind moves sand particles and deposits them in mounds.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, minerals, and organic material that are transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What role do glaciers play in shaping the landscape?

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Glaciers shape the landscape by eroding rock and soil as they move, creating features like valleys, fjords, and moraines.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments settle out of a transporting medium, such as water or air, and accumulate in a new location.