Earth Science Flashcard

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process that moves and picks up weathered rocks and soil from one place to another.

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How do plants affect rocks?

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Plants can break rocks into smaller pieces as their roots grow and expand.

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What role do animals play in shaping the earth's surface?

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Animals can shape the earth's surface by digging burrows, which can change the landscape.

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What causes cliffs to form near oceans?

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Cliffs can form near oceans when ocean waves wash away rock over time.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces due to natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What is the difference between erosion and weathering?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves those broken pieces to a different location.

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How do ocean waves affect the shoreline?

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Ocean waves can erode the shoreline, leading to the formation of cliffs and other coastal features.

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What happens to rocks when a plant grows on them?

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As a plant grows on a rock, its roots can break the rock into smaller pieces.

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What is a landslide?

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A landslide is a sudden and fast movement of rock and soil down a slope, often caused by erosion.