Earths Processes STAAR

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which natural forces like water, wind, or ice move soil and rock from one location to another.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small pieces of rock, soil, and organic material that are carried and deposited by water, wind, or ice.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous process by which water moves from the Earth's surface to the atmosphere and back, including processes like evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor cools and changes into liquid water, forming droplets.

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What is weathering?

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

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What is a fossil?

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A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a once-living organism, often found in sedimentary rock.

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What causes canyons to form?

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Canyons are formed by the erosion of rock by rivers over long periods of time.

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What is a landform?

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A landform is a natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, plateaus, and canyons.

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What is the role of water in shaping the Earth's surface?

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Water shapes the Earth's surface through processes like erosion, sediment transport, and deposition.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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