Weathering Erosion Deposition

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What is weathering?

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The process that breaks down solid rock into smaller pieces or sediments.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What follows erosion?

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Deposition, which is the process of laying down sediments in a new location.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is erosion?

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The process that moves sediments from one place to another.

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What happens during erosion?

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Sediments are transported by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is chemical weathering?

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The process that changes the chemical composition of rocks, often through reactions with water or acids.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Give an example of physical weathering.

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A rock breaking into fragments due to freeze-thaw cycles.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is deposition?

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The process where sediments are dropped or settled in a new location after being transported.

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How does acid rain affect rocks?

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Acid rain can cause chemical weathering by dissolving minerals in rocks.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the role of water in erosion?

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Water can carry sediments away from their original location, contributing to erosion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces away.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2