W.E.D and Caves Check

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What is the primary agent responsible for the formation of sand dunes?

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Wind

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Which type of sediment is most affected by wind erosion?

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Loose, sandy soil

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What is the process by which rocks are broken down called?

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Weathering

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What is the term for the mechanical breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces?

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Physical weathering

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What are fragments of weathered rocks known as?

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Sediments

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water and transported to another location.

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What is deposition in the context of geology?

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The process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What is the difference between physical weathering and chemical weathering?

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Physical weathering involves the mechanical breakdown of rocks, while chemical weathering involves changes in the chemical composition of rocks.

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity causes materials to move downhill, contributing to erosion and the transport of sediments.

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What is the significance of dry lake beds in the formation of sand dunes?

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Dry lake beds provide a source of sand that can be shaped into dunes by wind.