Weathering and Erosion

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks.

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Why has granite replaced limestone for headstones?

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Granite is more resistant to weathering.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which bits of broken rock are carried away by wind, streams, or glaciers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What are bits of broken rock carried away by natural forces called?

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Sediment.

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Give an example of erosion.

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Sand being pulled away from a beach by waves.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What natural forces can cause erosion?

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Wind, water (streams, rivers, waves), and glaciers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is deposition in the context of weathering and erosion?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is laid down or deposited in a new location.

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How does vegetation affect erosion?

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Vegetation helps to anchor soil and reduce erosion by wind and water.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What role do glaciers play in erosion?

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Glaciers can erode the landscape by scraping and carrying away rocks and soil.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2