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Weathering can effect erosion in that the absence of support from wind and brine pounding against the rock (weathering) just simply lets the dirt, gravel, etc. to just slide down (erosion).

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller particles, which makes them more susceptible to being eroded by factors such as wind, water, or ice. Essentially, weathering prepares the rocks for erosion by weakening their structure, making them easier to transport and deposit in new locations.

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