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Weathering and Erosion Unit Test

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Which describes the physical weathering of rock by water?(1 point)
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Any break down of a rock is the same as physical weathering of rock by water.
Any break down of a rock is the same as physical weathering of rock by water.

Water dissolves rock into a solution.
Water dissolves rock into a solution.

Water carries away pieces of rock.
Water carries away pieces of rock.

Water breaks down a rock into smaller pieces with the same composition as the larger rock.

Answer 1

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Water breaks down a rock into smaller pieces with the same composition as the larger rock.

Answer 2

Weathering and Erosion Unit Test

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A series of coral reefs is located near a coastline. In 3–5 sentences, construct an argument about how people can help prevent erosion to the coastline by protecting coral reefs.(4 points)

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People can help prevent erosion to the coastline by protecting coral reefs in several ways. Firstly, coral reefs act as natural barriers against waves and storms, absorbing much of the energy before it reaches the coastline. By maintaining the health of coral reefs through conservation efforts, such as reducing pollution and overfishing, we can ensure that these protective barriers remain intact. Additionally, healthy coral reefs contribute to the overall stability of the marine ecosystem, which can indirectly benefit the coastline by preventing erosion caused by disruptions in the food chain. Protecting coral reefs is essential for not only preserving marine biodiversity but also for safeguarding coastal areas from the destructive forces of erosion.