Weathering, Erosion, & Deposition

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What is it called when sand and sediment is taken to a new location and dumped?

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Deposition

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What is it called when rocks and sediment grind against other rocks making them smooth and round? It's a type of physical weathering.

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Abrasion

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If tree roots grow through and/or break a sidewalk, then this is an example of: Erosion, Mechanical/ Physical Weathering, Abrasion, Chemical Weathering

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Mechanical/ Physical Weathering

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Acid rain destroys statues and cemeteries. This is an example of:

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Chemical Weathering

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What is the process of moving sediments from one location to another?

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Erosion

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Oxidation occurs when a rock with iron is exposed to oxygen and turns red. This is an example of:

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Chemical Weathering

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Frost action or wedging is when water gets into the cracks of rocks then freezes and thaws. This action breaks rocks apart and is an example of:

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Mechanical/ Physical Weathering

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What is the number one cause of weathering and erosion?

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Water

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This U-shaped valley was carved out by this force: Water, Wind, Earthquake, Glacier

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Glacier

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Rain washing away soil from a hillside is an example of:

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Erosion