Weathering and Erosion

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces due to natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which weathered rock and soil are moved from one place to another by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice.

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True or False: Beach erosion is an example of erosion.

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True

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True or False: Rivers and glaciers are NOT examples of factors that cause erosion.

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False

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What are glaciers?

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Glaciers are large sheets of ice that move slowly over land, carving out valleys and shaping the landscape.

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What causes an earthquake?

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An earthquake occurs when huge slabs of rock above the tectonic plates collide into each other.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces to a new location.

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What role do rivers play in erosion?

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Rivers can carry away soil and rock, shaping the land as they flow.

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What is a common effect of erosion on beaches?

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Erosion can lead to the loss of sand and land along the shoreline.

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How do plants help prevent erosion?

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Plants help prevent erosion by holding the soil in place with their roots.