Changes in the Geosphere

Changes in the Geosphere

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4th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is deposition?

Back

Deposition is the process where materials, like sand, are dropped off in a new location, often forming features like sandbars.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is erosion?

Back

Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind, water, or ice.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is weathering?

Back

Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a fossil?

Back

A fossil is the preserved remains or traces of a living thing from the past, often found in sedimentary rock.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the continental slope?

Back

The continental slope is a steep drop-off at the edge of the continental shelf, leading down to the ocean floor.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are glaciers?

Back

Glaciers are large masses of ice that move slowly over land, shaping the landscape through erosion.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

Back

Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion involves the movement of those broken materials to new locations.

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