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To put is simply, weathering is breaking big rocks into small rocks. Erosion is moving those small rocks somewhere else - by wind, water or ice.

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What thing is different from erosion and weathering?

Erosion is when..................................................................................................................................................and weathering is when......................................................................................................!


Is erosion another name for weathering?

Yes, erosion is a synonym of weathering.


What comes first weathering erosion deposition?

weathering then erosion ,then deposition


Does weathering must take place before erosion?

Weathering does not necessarily have to take place before erosion. While weathering is the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles, erosion is the process of transporting these particles to a new location. Weathering can occur simultaneously with erosion or even after erosion has started.


In what order do deposition weathering and erosion occur?

first the weathering happens which causes an erosion which makes deposition.


Why is the sediment load in a river an indicator of the amount of weathering and erosion?

Because the bigger the load is, more weathering and erosion there is. The less of it means less of weathering and erosion.


What are the process that cause earths surface to wear down?

Weathering and erosion


The major cause of weathering and erosion is?

Wind and water are the major causes of weathering and erosion.


What do weathering and erosion have not in common?

facts about weathering


What determines the rate of weathering?

weathering and erosion


How can nature change the rock cycle?

By weathering and erosion. The types of weathering used is:physical weathering- when a plant grows inside a rock and the roots break it apart; abrasion- mechanical weathering - erosion- and chemical weathering - acid rain, water weathering and erosion.


What are the synonyms for weathering erosion deposition?

Weathering: disintegration, decomposition, deterioration Erosion: abrasion, corrosion, scouring Deposition: accumulation, sedimentation, deposit