Forces of Erosion

Name three erosional forces, and explain if you think they cause small scale changes to the surface of the  Earth or large scale changes. 

Erosion by Wind

How are abrasion and deflation similar and different? How do they affect the surface of the Earth. 

More than ice...

What are some ways glaciers can change the surface of the Earth? If you need to use internet resources please cite your source and use your own words. 

Gravity and Erosion

How does gravity work as an erosional force?  Please give specific examples. 

What would it be like

Imagine what the Earth would be like without the weathering of rock.  Describe what you think the Earth would look like without weathering.

On the Surface

Which process of the rock cycle take place on the surface of the Earth? Please give an example of a small scale change due to this process. 

The Cycle of Rocks

Answer the following in complete sentences in your own words. 

Describe the major processes of the rock cycle. 

Types of Rock

There are three types of rock. Using a complete sentence name the three types of rock, that rock cycle produces. 

How does it change

What are three processes that change rock? 

You may research the answer. 

Please cite your sources. 

What are rocks

What are rocks made of ? 

What do you know....

What do you know about the rock cycle? 

The Same ..l

How are chemical and mechanical weathering the same? What agents do they have in common?  

Climate and Weathering

Does climate affect weathering? If so what type of weathering would we find in Maine? 

Two Types of Weathering

What are the two types of weathering? Name one specific example of each type. 

Larger to Smaller

What process changes large pieces of rock to smaller pieces of rock? 

What is it ?

What do you think the Earth is made of?