Fast Changes to Earth's Surface

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What is a landslide?

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A landslide is a rapid movement of earth material down a slope, often caused by gravity, erosion, or heavy rainfall.

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What are the two processes involved in a landslide?

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Erosion and deposition.

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How do flood waters change the Earth's surface?

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Floods move large amounts of earth material from one place to another, reshaping the landscape.

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Why are landslides considered dangerous?

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Landslides happen quickly, making it difficult for people to escape the area.

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What is lava?

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Lava is molten rock that reaches the Earth's surface when magma escapes from the interior.

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What causes magma to rise to the surface?

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Pressure and heat cause magma to move up through weak spots in the Earth's crust.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which eroded materials are transported and laid down in a new location.

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What role do earthquakes play in changing the Earth's surface?

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Earthquakes can cause ground shaking, leading to landslides and other surface changes.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface, while lava is magma that has reached the surface.