Erosion

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Objective

I can explain how wind and water can change the Earth's surface through erosion.

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Practice

7 questions

1

Explain the difference between weathering and erosion in your own words.

2

Give an example of mechanical weathering and an example of chemical weathering.

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe one way that water can erode the Earth's surface. Describe one way that wind can erode the Earth's surface.

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