2nd Nine Weeks Earth Science Study Session 2024

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What is wind abrasion?

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Wind abrasion is the process where wind-blown sediment strikes a surface, causing erosion and shaping the landscape.

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What do glaciers do as they move?

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Glaciers scrape rock and soil as they move, which can lead to the formation of valleys and other geological features.

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Where are earthquakes more likely to occur?

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Earthquakes are more likely to occur in western South America due to tectonic plate boundaries.

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What happens when iron is exposed to water and oxygen?

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When materials containing iron are exposed to water and oxygen, oxidation occurs, leading to rusting.

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What are the agents of erosion?

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Gravity, ice, wind, and water are agents that can cause erosion, changing the landscape over time.

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Define 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 oxidation?

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Oxidation is a chemical reaction that occurs when a substance combines with oxygen, often resulting in rust.

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What is the role of glaciers in shaping the landscape?

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Glaciers shape the landscape by scraping and eroding the underlying rock and soil as they move.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals, while erosion is the movement of those materials from one location to another.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, soil, and organic material that can be transported by wind, water, or ice.