Petroski - Weathering, Erosion and Deposition Review

Front

Fragments of weathered rocks are known as ____.

Back

Sediments

Front

The process in which sediment settles out (drops to the bottom) of the water or wind that is carrying it is called ____.

Back

Deposition

Front

The physical breaking down of rock is called ____.

Back

Mechanical Weathering

Front

Wind blows sand into the desert where it collects in giant piles called ____.

Back

Sand Dunes (Deposition)

Front

A cliff formed near the ocean. Which statement best describes how this cliff formed?

Back

Ocean waves washed away rock.

Front

The process of wearing away rocks and soil by natural forces is called ____.

Back

Erosion

Front

The chemical alteration of minerals in rocks due to reactions with water and air is known as ____.

Back

Chemical Weathering

Front

The movement of sediments from one location to another by wind, water, or ice is called ____.

Back

Erosion

Front

The accumulation of sediments in a new location is referred to as ____.

Back

Deposition

Front

What is the main difference between weathering and erosion?

Back

Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.