Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

Front

What is the movement of soil and rock by wind, water, ice, and gravity?

Back

Erosion

Front

What process may change the Earth’s surface by forming new land features over long periods?

Back

Deposition

Front

What is the process that breaks down rocks and other materials on Earth's surface?

Back

Weathering

Front

What is an example of erosion?

Back

A farmer's topsoil is blown away during a hurricane.

Front

Are weathering and erosion the same thing?

Back

False

Front

What is the term for the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces?

Back

Weathering

Front

What is the term for the laying down of sediment after being transported?

Back

Deposition

Front

What natural forces can cause erosion?

Back

Wind, water, ice, and gravity.

Front

What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

Back

Weathering is the breakdown of rocks; erosion is the movement of those materials.

Front

What can deposition lead to in terms of landforms?

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Formation of new land features like deltas and sand dunes.