Weathering, Erosion, Deposition

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rock into small pieces.

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What is erosion?

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The process of moving pieces of rock and soil by water, ice, wind, or gravity.

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What is deposition?

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The dropping of sediment by wind, water, ice, or gravity.

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What causes weathering?

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Water, wind, ice, and plant roots.

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How does erosion affect landforms?

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Erosion shapes landforms by removing soil and rock.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks; erosion moves the broken pieces.

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity pulls sediment downhill, contributing to erosion.

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Can plants cause weathering? How?

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Yes, plant roots can break rocks apart, causing weathering.

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What is an example of deposition?

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Sand being dropped to form a beach.

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How do rivers contribute to erosion?

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Rivers carry away soil and rock as they flow.