The Erosion & Deposition Cy cle © Copyright NewPath Learning. All Rights Reserved. 94-4544 Visit www.newpathlearning.com for Online Learning Resources. erosion weathering deposition Steps of the Erosion and Deposition Cycle The cycle of erosion and deposition has many steps. First, weathering breaks down rock, and then erosion transports the material. Deposition occurs and sediments begin to accumulate. Over time these sediment layers lithify and become stone. Sediment Deposited in the Ocean Sometimes the erosion and deposition cycle is repeated. Sediment eventually makes its way from the high points of continents, down through rivers, and into oceans. conglomerate shale sandstone weathering erosion deposition compaction lithication conglomerate shale sandstone weathering erosion deposition compaction lithication Some photos courtesy of USFWS.
Pause and Review Complete the table below by filling in specific examples of erosion and deposition for each type of natural force. FORCE PROCESS Glaciers (flowing ice) Wind Ocean Waves Water Gravity Erosion Deposition The Erosion & Deposition Cy cle © Copyright NewPath Learning. All Rights Reserved. 94-4544 Visit www.newpathlearning.com for Online Learning Resources.