Unit 2 Test

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What are dunes?

Back

Dunes are hills of sand formed by the wind, typically found in deserts or near beaches.

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What is the primary agent of erosion responsible for landslides and rockfalls?

Back

Gravity is the primary agent of erosion that causes landslides, rockfalls, and creep.

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What agent is responsible for the formation of sand dunes?

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Wind is the agent responsible for the formation of sand dunes.

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What is elevation?

Back

Elevation is the height above sea level.

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What does discharge refer to in a stream?

Back

Discharge refers to the amount of water that a stream carries in a given amount of time.

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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 processes such as wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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

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What is the difference between erosion and deposition?

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Erosion involves the removal of materials, while deposition involves the accumulation of materials.

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What are the main types of erosion?

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The main types of erosion are water erosion, wind erosion, and ice erosion.

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What is a rockfall?

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A rockfall is a type of mass wasting where rocks fall freely from a steep slope.