Weathering and Erosion

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What is Erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice, and transported to another location.

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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 Deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials transported by erosion are dropped off in a new location, forming new landforms.

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How does wind contribute to erosion?

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Wind can blow sand and other particles from one location to another, wearing away the surface of the land.

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What causes the Earth's surface features to change?

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The Earth's surface features change due to both the wearing away of the surface (erosion) and the building up of the surface (deposition).

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What is an example of weathering caused by wind?

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An example of weathering caused by wind is when wind blasts sand at rocks, carving out caves and shaping the rock.

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What is an example of erosion caused by rain?

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An example of erosion caused by rain is when heavy rain washes away soil from a hillside, leading to soil loss.

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What role does water play in erosion?

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Water plays a significant role in erosion by carrying away soil and rock through rivers, rain, and floods.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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

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What natural forces can cause weathering?

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Natural forces that can cause weathering include wind, water, ice, and temperature changes.