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There is water erosion, wind erosion, ice erosion, basically anything that breaks down earth materials is erosion.

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How is erosions and weathering different?

Weathering brakes up rock. Erosion removes the broken up pieces.


What are two types of glacier erosions?

Two types of glacier erosion are abrasion and plucking. Abrasion occurs when a glacier scrapes and grinds the underlying rock surface as it moves, creating a smooth, polished appearance. Plucking happens when a glacier pulls away chunks of rock from the ground as it advances, often resulting in jagged landforms. Together, these processes shape the landscape and create features such as U-shaped valleys and fjords.


What is Stream Erosion?

Stream erosion is the process by which flowing water gradually wears away and removes soil, rock, or other material from the banks and bed of a stream. It is primarily caused by the force of the moving water and can result in the formation of valleys, canyons, and other landforms over time. Erosion from streams is a natural geological process that can have both positive and negative impacts on the landscape.


Are the oddly shaped stones in the deserts are result of wind erosions?

Yes, the oddly shaped stones in deserts can be a result of wind erosion. Over time, wind can polish and shape rocks through abrasion, creating unique formations such as ventifacts, which are rocks that have been faceted by wind-blown sand.


What causes ice in a crack in a rock and makes the rock split?

Ice expanding in the crack as it freezes can exert pressure and force the crack to widen, eventually causing the rock to split. This process, known as freeze-thaw weathering, is a common geological phenomenon that occurs in areas with fluctuating temperatures.