Earth Process Briefing 4

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What is erosion?

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The process of being worn away by water or wind.

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Where are soil and rocks deposited?

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At the ends of river systems where they meet the ocean.

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What do farmers plant to help control the flow of water?

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Crops on strips.

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What is the result of water and wind in motion?

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Erosion.

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What can wind erosion in the desert move?

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Large piles of sand or dunes.

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What is the definition of weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is sediment?

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Small pieces of rock and soil that are carried by water or wind.

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What role do rivers play in erosion?

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Rivers can carry away soil and rocks, leading to erosion.

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What is a delta?

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A landform created by the deposition of sediment at the mouth of a river.

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How do plants help prevent erosion?

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Plants hold the soil in place with their roots.