Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition Review

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What is the main force responsible for erosion and deposition in landslides, rockfalls, and mudslides?

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Gravity

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What is the process that involves moving bits of rocks or soil from one place to another?

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Erosion

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How is a cliff formed near the ocean?

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Ocean waves wash away rock.

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What is a delta an example of?

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Deposition

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What type of erosion is caused by glaciers over a long period of time?

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Ice erosion

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces.

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What is deposition?

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The process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform.

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What role does wind play in erosion?

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Wind can erode surfaces by carrying away loose particles.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks; erosion moves them.

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What is an example of mechanical weathering?

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Frost wedging, where water freezes in cracks and expands.