Erosion

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What is the hydrosphere?

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All the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and water vapor.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which water, wind, or ice moves sediment from one location to another.

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What is weathering?

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The breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces without movement.

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What is the lithosphere?

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The scientific term for the land, crust, or rock of the Earth.

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What is sediment?

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Small pieces of rock and minerals that have been broken down by weathering.

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How does water contribute to erosion?

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Water can carry sediment down hills and across landscapes, reshaping the land.

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What is deposition?

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The process by which sediment is dropped or settled in a new location.

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity pulls sediment downhill, contributing to erosion by water and wind.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

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What are the main agents of erosion?

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Water, wind, ice, and gravity.