Components of Soil
Weathering & Erosion
100

This is the best type of soil. It is located in the topsoil.

What is Loam.

100
Erosion is when rocks and soil are moved by what two things?
What is wind and water.
200
This is made up of small grains of worn-down rock, has few nutruents, and does not hold water well.
What is sand.
200
Weathering occurs over a short amount of time or long?
What is long amount of time.
300
This contains tiny particles of soil that hold water well and provides nutrients.
What is clay.
300
What is the term for when weather, water, and living organisms help break down rocks and create soil?
What is weathering.
400

This is made up of very large pieces of rock. Its particles are larger than clay and smaller than sand.

What is Gravel.

400
Give an example of weathering or erosion
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