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What happens during erosion?

What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of being worn by long exposure to the atmosphere
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Weathering is the breaking down or dissolving of rocks and minerals on Earths surface. Once a rock has been broken down, a process called erosion transports the bits of rock and minerals away. Water, acids, salt, plants, animals, and changes in temperature are all agents of weathering and erosion

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