ACP Review Vocab Pt 2

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is dropped off in a new location after being transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What is a U-shaped valley?

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A U-shaped valley is a valley formed by the erosion of a glacier, characterized by its wide, flat bottom and steep sides.

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Which tool is used to measure length?

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A meter stick or ruler is used to measure length.

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What type of rock forms from compressed or cemented layers of sediment?

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Sedimentary rock forms from compressed or cemented layers of sediment.

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What is a fossil?

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A fossil is a trace of an ancient organism preserved in rock.

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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 wind or water.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes.

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What is compaction?

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Compaction is the process by which sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.

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What is a glacier?

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A glacier is a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land, shaping the landscape through erosion.

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What is sediment?

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