science vocab 4.4.6

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Forms when melted rock rises to the surface.

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Volcano

Front

A force that destroys landforms through weathering and erosion.

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Deconstructive forces

Front

Excessive rain in a short time leads to:

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Flood

Front

A slow destructive force that moves sediment.

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erosion

Front

Constructive force that builds up sediment in a new place

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deposition

Front

Shaking of Earth's surface

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Earthquake

Front

Deconstructive force that breaks down sediment into smaller pieces.

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weathering

Front

Rocky outer layer of Earth

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Crust

Front

A force that builds or creates landforms

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constructive forces

Front

A force that destroys landforms through weathering and erosion.

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Deconstructive forces