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2.7 Vocabulary
2.7 Word List
Term | Definition |
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weathering | Process by which exposed rock is broken down by wind, water, or ice. |
erosion | The movement of weathered material by wind, water, or ice. |
depositon | Process by which weathered and eroded material is deposited by wind, water, or ice. |
friction | The force that two surfaces exert on each other when they rub against each other. |
force | A push or pull that changes the motion of an object. |
newtons | The unit of measurement for force. |
mass | A measure of the amount of matter in an object. |
weight | A measure of the force of gravity acting on an object. |
gravity | The force of attraction between all masses in the universe. |
fossil fuels | Fuels formed over time from the remains of ancient plants and animals; examples include coal, petroleum (oil) and natural gas. |