Exploring Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

The video explains the processes of weathering, erosion, and deposition. Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller pieces called sediment. Erosion then moves these sediments through agents like water, wind, ice, and gravity. Finally, deposition occurs when these sediments are laid down in new locations. The video provides a comprehensive overview of these geological processes.

What is the process called that breaks down large rocks into smaller pieces?

• Condensation

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

What results from the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces?

• Minerals

• Soil

• Lava

• Sediment

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Which of the following is NOT an agent of erosion?

• Photosynthesis

• Gravity

• Water

• Wind

Which agent of erosion can reshape landscapes by carving out valleys and canyons?

• Gravity

• Water

• Wind

• Ice

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the final process where sediments are laid down in new locations?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Evaporation