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Which Is It: Weathering or Erosion?
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Weathering The gradual breaking down of rock to smaller pieces (sediments).
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Erosion A process that transports rock, soil or sediment to different locations.
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1. The Colorado River has worn down the land in Arizona to form Grand Canyon. Is this weathering or erosion?
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2.You have a sandstone wall in your front yard. After a heavy rain, you see loose pieces of the sandstone. Is this weathering or erosion?
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3. You notice that a limestone statue at your church has become pitted. You are notified by the city that there has been acid rain in your neighborhood. Is this weathering or erosion?
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4. The cold weather has caused your cement walkway to break up. Is this weathering or erosion?
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5. The Sahara Desert has many miles of sand dunes. Is this weathering or erosion?
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