Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of weathered rock and soil from one place to another by water, ice, wind, or gravity.

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How do plants contribute to weathering?

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Plants weather rocks when their roots grow into cracks of rocks and expand, breaking the rocks apart.

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What process formed the Grand Canyon?

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The Grand Canyon was formed by erosion, specifically by a river (water) over a long period.

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What does erosion do?

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Erosion moves rocks and soil from one location to another.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces away.

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity helps move rocks and soil downhill, contributing to erosion.

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Can wind cause erosion?

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Yes, wind can erode rocks and soil by carrying away small particles.

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What is ice wedging?

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Ice wedging is a type of weathering where water seeps into cracks in rocks, freezes, and expands, causing the rock to break.