WED- Weathering, Erosion & Deposition Test

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What is weathering?

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The gradual wearing down of rocks and minerals by wind, water, and other natural forces.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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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 does W.E.D. stand for?

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Weathering, Erosion, Deposition.

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What is a glacier?

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A large, slow-moving, long-lasting accumulation of snow and ice that develops on land.

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What is a coast?

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Where land meets the sea.

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What is sediment?

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Small particles of rock and soil that are transported by wind, water, or ice.

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How do rivers contribute to erosion?

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Rivers carry away sediments and rocks, shaping the landscape as they flow.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion moves those broken materials to new locations.

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What role do glaciers play in erosion?

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Glaciers can erode the land beneath them as they move, carving out valleys and shaping mountains.