Rapid Changes to the Earths Surface

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a landslide?
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A landslide is a rapid movement of rocks, loose soil, and sand down a slope, often triggered by heavy rains or earthquakes.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What natural event is most likely to cause a landslide?
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Heavy rains are the most likely cause of a landslide.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do volcanoes create new land on Earth?
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Volcanoes create new land when lava flows cool and harden to form rock.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the primary effect of an earthquake on the Earth's surface?
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Earthquakes violently shift the surface of the Earth, causing changes in topography.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between heavy rains and landslides?
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Heavy rains can saturate the ground, increasing the likelihood of a landslide due to reduced stability.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the main components involved in a landslide?
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The main components of a landslide include rocks, loose soil, and sand.
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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the term for the process of lava cooling and forming rock?
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The process is called solidification.
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