What is Erosion?
Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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The process of moving sediment by wind, water, ice, or gravity.
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What is Weathering?
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Any process that breaks down rocks without changing their chemical composition.
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What is Mechanical Weathering?
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A type of weathering that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces without altering their chemical structure.
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What is Deposition?
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The process in which eroded sediment is dropped and added to a landform or land mass.
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How do glaciers contribute to erosion?
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Glaciers carve U-shaped mountain passes through the process of erosion.
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What happens to rocks in a river over time?
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Rocks grind along the bottom of a river, making them smooth through weathering.
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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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