unit 2

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What is erosion?

Back

Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.

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What is deposition?

Back

Deposition is the process in which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass, often occurring after erosion.

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What is the Geosphere?

Back

The Geosphere is the solid part of the Earth, including dirt, rock, and land.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

Back

The Hydrosphere encompasses all of Earth's water, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

Back

Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate describes long-term patterns of temperature and precipitation.

Front

What layer of the atmosphere do meteors burn up in?

Back

Meteors burn up in the mesosphere, which is the layer of the atmosphere above the stratosphere.

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What is the atmosphere?

Back

The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for life and weather.

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What is sediment?

Back

Sediment is small particles of rock and soil that are transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What is a delta?

Back

A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river, where it meets a body of water, and sediment is deposited.

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What is weathering?

Back

Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces through physical or chemical means.