Landforms Day 1

Front

What is a canyon?

Back

A canyon is a deep gorge in the surface of Earth formed by a river.

Front

What process involves rain washing away soil from a hillside?

Back

Erosion is the process where rain washes away soil from a hillside.

Front

What is weathering?

Back

Weathering is the breakdown of rock into smaller pieces from the effects of wind, water, and ice.

Front

How are canyons formed?

Back

Canyons are formed by flowing rivers cutting away at the walls.

Front

What landform is created by a river?

Back

A canyon is a landform made by a river.

Front

What is the difference between erosion and weathering?

Back

Erosion involves the movement of soil and rock from one location to another, while weathering is the breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces without movement.

Front

What role do rivers play in shaping landforms?

Back

Rivers shape landforms by eroding soil and rock, creating features like canyons and valleys.

Front

What are the main agents of weathering?

Back

The main agents of weathering are wind, water, and ice.

Front

Can erosion occur without weathering?

Back

No, erosion typically follows weathering, as weathering breaks down the material that erosion then transports.

Front

What is an example of a landform created by erosion?

Back

A canyon is an example of a landform created by erosion.