Landforms

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What is a landform?

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A landform is a natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, plateaus, and hills.

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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 wind, water, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform, often after being transported by wind or water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What causes a dune to form?

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Dunes are formed by the wind blowing, moving, and depositing sand.

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river, where it meets a body of water, and sediment is deposited.

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What is a canyon?

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A canyon is a deep gorge in the Earth's surface formed by the erosion of moving water and sediment.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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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.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between erosion and weathering?

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Erosion involves the movement of soil and rock, while weathering is the breaking down of rocks without movement.

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What role do glaciers play in landform creation?

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Glaciers can erode land and create features like valleys and fjords as they move and melt.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2