All of the trees, shrubs, and other plants growing in a particular area

The process in which sediment is laid down in a new location

Tiny particles like sand, mud, and small rocks

Enormous masses of ice that move slowly over the land

How does the rate of weathering and erosion change when strong winds are present compared to when winds are calm?

Imagine a big boulder sitting on a riverbed. Over many years, the surface of the boulder starts to crack and break into smaller pieces due to the freezing and thawing of water inside its cracks. This situation is an example of ____________ caused by ____________.

Picture a sandy beach. Over time, strong ocean waves gradually carry away small grains of sand from the beach, making it slightly smaller year after year. This situation is an example of ____________ caused by ____________.

Which of the following situations is an example of how vegetation can affect weathering and erosion?

The process by which the Earth's surface is broken down into smaller pieces