FLASHCARD (No Grade) 8ESS3 Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

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What is a landform?

Back

A landform is a physical feature on Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, plains, and plateaus.

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What process involves the breaking down of rocks and other materials on the Earth's surface?

Back

Weathering is the process that involves the breaking down of rocks and other materials on the Earth's surface.

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What is erosion?

Back

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

Front

What is deposition?

Back

Deposition is the process in which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

Front

How does the speed of water affect erosion in a meander?

Back

In a meander, the water on the outside flows faster, causing erosion, while the inside flows slower, leading to deposition.

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What landform is characterized by flat, level land?

Back

A plain is a landform characterized by flat, level land.

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What landform is formed by the accumulation of volcanic material?

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A volcano is a landform formed by the accumulation of volcanic material.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials from one place to another.

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What are the main agents of erosion?

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The main agents of erosion are water, wind, ice, and gravity.

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What is a valley?

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A valley is a low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river running through it.