Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition \

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What is weathering?

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

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition occurs when eroded materials stop moving and begin to build up in a new location.

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True or False: Weathering and erosion are the same thing.

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False

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What natural force causes the greatest erosion effect on our beaches?

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Waves.

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Give an example of erosion.

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Flood waters moving soil from one location to another.

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What happens during the process of weathering?

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Rocks and minerals are broken down into smaller pieces.

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How does wind contribute to erosion?

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Wind can carry small particles of soil and sand away from one area and deposit them in another.

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity pulls rocks and soil down slopes, contributing to erosion.

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What is the difference between mechanical and chemical weathering?

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Mechanical weathering breaks rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition, while chemical weathering alters the minerals in the rocks.