Earth & Space - Unit 2 Test

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What are ventifacts?

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Rocks shaped by windblown sediments.

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What causes deflation?

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Wind erosion.

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Why are slumps common after rainfall?

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Because water reduces friction between soil grains.

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How does soil form?

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Soil forms through the weathering of rocks and the decomposition of organic matter.

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What is erosion?

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The removal of weathered materials from a location by running water, wind, ice, or waves.

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What is the process of weathering?

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The breakdown of rocks into smaller particles through physical or chemical processes.

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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 removal of those weathered materials.

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What role does vegetation play in soil stability?

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Vegetation helps to anchor soil and reduce erosion.

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What is glacial erosion?

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The process by which glaciers remove and transport rock and soil.

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What is the significance of sedimentary layers?

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They provide information about the Earth's history and past environments.