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It is usually water since it has a heavier density.

It is theorised that the great canyon was created in a matter of minutes when a large amount of water broke free from an ice dam back in the ice age.

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Wind mostly erodes pieces of rock that are the size of what particles or smaller?

The wind erodes rocks by battering other small rock particles against them, like the action of sandblasting.


Are rocks formed when magma erodes?

No, rocks are not formed when magma erodes. Rocks are typically formed when magma cools and solidifies underground or on the Earth's surface. Erosion is the wearing away of rocks and minerals by wind, water, or ice over time.


Do big grains erode faster or small grains?

Small grains erode faster than big grains because small grains have a larger surface area relative to their volume, allowing more contact with flowing water or wind that can wear them away more quickly. Additionally, small grains are often lighter and more easily transported by wind or water, further contributing to their erosion.


What role does wind water or ice play in making a canyon?

Wind, water, and ice all contribute to the formation of canyons through erosion. Wind erodes rock surfaces by carrying abrasive particles that wear away the rock over time. Water, in the form of rivers or streams, carries sediment and erodes the canyon walls as it flows through, creating deeper channels. Ice, through processes like freeze-thaw cycles, can cause rock fractures to widen and break apart, further shaping the canyon.


Can ocean waves move faster than wind?

No, ocean waves cannot move faster than the wind that generates them. Waves are a result of the energy transferred from the wind to the water's surface, so they generally travel at a speed proportional to the wind speed.

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How does wind cause beaches to erode?

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Describe how wind erodes the land?

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