Weathering and Erosion

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks and other materials on Earth's surface, while erosion is the movement of those materials from one place to another.

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What is deposition in the context of weathering and erosion?

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Deposition is the dropping off of sediments in a new place after they have been eroded.

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How does freezing water cause weathering of rocks?

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Freezing water expands in cracks of rocks, which can break the rocks apart.

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What is a slow land change?

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A slow land change is a change that takes a long time to occur, such as the gradual wearing away of mountains.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks and other materials on Earth's surface.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving sediments and rocks from one location to another.

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What role does water play in weathering?

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Water can cause weathering through processes like freezing and thawing, which breaks rocks apart.

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What is an example of physical weathering?

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An example of physical weathering is when rocks break apart due to temperature changes.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering involves the chemical breakdown of minerals in rocks, often due to reactions with water or acids.

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What is an example of erosion?

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An example of erosion is a river carrying away soil and rocks as it flows.