Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition
Explore the geological processes of weathering, erosion, and deposition with this comprehensive Grade 7 science worksheet.
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Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition
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1. Which process involves the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces?
Erosion
Deposition
Weathering
Compaction
2. The carrying away of weathered rock material by wind, water, or ice is called:
Weathering
Erosion
Deposition
Cementation
3. The process by which sediments are laid down in new locations is called .
4. weathering changes the chemical composition of rocks.
5. Ice wedging is an example of weathering.
6. Wind is a major agent of erosion in deserts.
True
False
7. Gravity plays a role in both erosion and deposition.
True
False
8. Explain the difference between weathering and erosion.
9. Describe one way humans can impact erosion.
10. Observe the image below. Which process (weathering, erosion, or deposition) is most evident in this picture, and why?
