Weathering and Erosion

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving sediment from one place to another.

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What are lichens?

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Lichens are a fungus living together with an algae or a bacteria.

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What do physical and chemical weathering both do?

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They both break rocks into smaller pieces.

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What does abrasion cause?

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Abrasion causes physical weathering.

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Can different soils retain water differently?

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True, different soils may have different abilities to retain water.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is the difference between physical and chemical weathering?

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Physical weathering breaks rocks into smaller pieces without changing their composition, while chemical weathering alters the minerals in the rocks.

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What role do plants play in weathering?

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Plants can contribute to weathering through root growth that breaks apart rocks.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is laid down in a new location.

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How does water contribute to erosion?

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Water can carry away sediment and rocks, leading to erosion.