Weathering, Erosion, and Plant Life Cycles

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of soil and rock from one place to another by wind, water, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is when eroded materials are dropped off in a new location.

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What do plants need to grow?

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Plants need sunlight, water, and nutrients from the soil to grow.

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What is a life cycle?

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A life cycle is the series of stages that a living thing goes through from birth to death.

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What do monarch butterflies eat?

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Monarch butterflies eat Milkweed plants.

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Why do some animals migrate?

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Animals migrate to find food, warmer weather, or better living conditions.

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What can cause weathering?

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Weathering can be caused by water, wind, temperature changes, and plants.

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What is an example of erosion?

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An example of erosion is when a river carries away soil from its banks.

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What is the role of wind in shaping the land?

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Wind can erode rocks and soil, creating new landforms over time.