Weathering and Erosion

The process by which water, ice, wind, or gravity moves weathered rock or soil is called what?

• erosion

• weathering

• deposition

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

The process in which sediment is laid down in new locations is called what?

• weathering

• deposition

• erosion

Weathering causes rock to do what?

• turn into plants

• break apart

• be eaten by animals

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Building a wall helps prevent erosion by holding soil in place and protecting it against the wind.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-3

During erosion, what moves rocks from one place to another?

• wind

• water

• ice

• big trucks

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Tree roots growing through rocks and breaking them apart is an example of weathering.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Water freezing in the cracks of rocks can cause weathering.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

What famous landmark was formed through the process of weathering?

• The Statue of Liberty

• The Grand Canyon

• Mount Rushmore

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Water and wind are the only causes of erosion.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Weathering and erosion can change landmarks.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2