Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals by physical, chemical, or biological processes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediment or soil from one location to another by water, ice, or wind.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediment settles and accumulates in a new location, such as at the mouth of a river.

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Give an example of erosion.

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A mudslide flowing down a steep hill is an example of erosion.

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What happens during weathering?

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During weathering, rocks are broken down into smaller pieces but do not move from their original location.

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How do rivers contribute to erosion?

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Rivers can erode the land by carrying away soil and rocks as they flow.

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What is a delta?

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

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What role does wind play in erosion?

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Wind can carry small particles of soil and sand away from one area to another, causing erosion.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

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What is an example of deposition?

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Layers of sediment forming at the bottom of the ocean is an example of deposition.