5.10C Slow changes Earth's surface

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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, formed by processes like weathering, erosion, and deposition.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces due to factors like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the slow process that carries away or moves sediment from one place to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is dropped or settled in a new location after being transported by erosion.

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What is a U-shaped valley?

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A U-shaped valley is a landform created by the erosion of a glacier, characterized by its steep sides and a flat bottom.

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What is a V-shaped valley?

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A V-shaped valley is formed by the erosion of a river, characterized by its steep sides and a narrow bottom.

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What is a sand dune?

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A sand dune is a hill of sand formed by the wind, often found in deserts or near beaches.

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a landform created at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, formed by the deposition of sediment.

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What are agents of erosion?

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Agents of erosion include water, wind, ice, and gravity, which all contribute to the movement of sediment.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller pieces, while erosion moves those pieces from one location to another.