Weathering
a vent, or opening, in Earth's surface through which molten rock, gases, and ash erupt
The thinnest, outermost layer of the Earth
sudden shaking of the ground that occurs when masses of rock change position below Earth's surface
a large amount of earth, rock, and other material that moves down a steep slope
Earth’s thick middle layer made mostly of solid rock
a process that breaks down rocks and boulders, turning them into tiny pieces; it is caused by plants, animals, strong weather, or chemical changes in the air
Earth’s thick middle layer made mostly of solid rock
a process that moves soil and tiny rocks away from one place; this happens because of gravity, water, or wind
What are physical/mechanical and chemical weathering?
Made up of solid iron and nickel
broken down material from Earth such as rocks, sand, soil, and is often carried away by wind, water, or gravity and settles in its new location
the placing of broken down materials such as rocks, sand, or soil in a new place; the broken down material is carried by wind, water, or ice