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Science Vocab-Unit 6
Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition
Term | Definition |
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Deposition | the process by which weathered and eroded material is set in a new place by wind, water, or ice |
Erosion | the process where earth materials are broken down and moved from one area to another |
Sediment | rocks and organic matter deposited by water, wind, or ice |
Weathering | process which breaks down rocks into smaller pieces |