Erosion review

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What happens when weathering and erosion work together?

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They change the Earth's surface.

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A deposit of wind-blown sand is...

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a sand dune.

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Which of these is an example of erosion?

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Wind blowing away sediment.

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What is the correct order of the processes?

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weathering, erosion, deposition.

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What is sediment?

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Bits of rock, sand, and silt caused by the weathering of rocks.

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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The movement of sediment from one place to another.

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What is deposition?

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The process of laying down sediment in a new location.

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How do plants help prevent erosion?

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Their roots hold the soil in place.

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What role does water play in erosion?

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Water can carry away sediment and shape the landscape.