Changes in the Geosphere

Front

The process that breaks down rocks and other substances on Earth's surface is called:

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weathering

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4-ESS2-1

4-ESS2-2

4-ESS3-2

4-ESS1-1

Front

Which process describes flood waters moving soil from one location to the other?

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Erosion

Front

Which process describes muddy water being carried away by a fast moving river?

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Erosion

Front

Which process describes glaciers scraping rocks across the earth's surface?

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Weathering

Front

Which process describes water getting into cracks, freezing, and breaking the rocks or pavement apart?

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Weathering

Front

Which process describes deltas forming at the mouths of rivers?

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Deposition

Front

Which process describes a mudslide flowing down a steep hill?

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Erosion

Front

Which process describes rain washing away soil from a hill?

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Erosion

Front

Which process describes layers of sediment forming at the bottom of the ocean?

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Deposition

Front

Which process describes waves dropping sand on the beach?

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Deposition