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Weathering and Erosion

Weathering and Erosion

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Science

5th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is erosion?

Back

Erosion is the movement or transportation of rock and soil from one location to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a glacier?

Back

A glacier is a large mass of slow-moving ice that forms from compacted snow and can flow over land.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is rock formation?

Back

Rock formation is the process by which soil is converted into rock through heat, pressure, and time.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes small rocks to move down a river?

Back

Small rocks move down a river due to erosion, which is the process of transporting materials by water.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is physical weathering?

Back

Physical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

Back

Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials from one place to another.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does water play in erosion?

Back

Water can erode rocks and soil by carrying them away as it flows, especially in rivers and streams.

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