Weathering

Weathering

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS2-2, MS-ESS2-4, MS-PS1-2

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is weathering?

Back

Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces such as water, ice, and temperature changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is erosion?

Back

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

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is mechanical weathering?

Back

Mechanical weathering is the physical breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is chemical weathering?

Back

Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, changing their composition and structure.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is biological weathering?

Back

Biological weathering occurs when living organisms, such as plants and animals, contribute to the breakdown of rocks.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does water contribute to weathering?

Back

Water can enter cracks in rocks, freeze, and expand, causing the rocks to break apart.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do plants play in weathering?

Back

Plants weather rocks by growing roots into cracks, which can expand and break the rocks apart.

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