What is the process by which water helps to break apart rock?
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Water helps to break apart rock by freezing and expanding.
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What property is used to order rock samples based on their characteristics?
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The thickness of layers in rock samples.
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What is shale metamorphosed into when subjected to increased pressure?
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Shale is metamorphosed into slate.
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Which natural force is most likely responsible for shaping sand dunes?
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Wind is the natural force that shapes sand dunes.
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How can minerals be classified based on their physical characteristics?
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Minerals can be classified based on properties like shininess and magnetism.
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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 through contact with the Earth's atmosphere, waters, and biological organisms.
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