Constructive/Destructive Forces

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What are constructive forces?

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Constructive forces are natural processes that build up Earth's surface features, such as sediment collecting and volcanic eruptions.

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What are destructive forces?

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Destructive forces are natural processes that wear down or remove Earth's surface features, such as erosion and weathering.

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Give an example of a constructive force.

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Sediment collecting is an example of a constructive force.

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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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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes.

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What is a shield volcano?

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A shield volcano is a type of volcano characterized by broad, gentle slopes and is primarily built up by the flow of low-viscosity lava.

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What is a cinder cone volcano?

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A cinder cone volcano is a steep, conical hill formed from the accumulation of volcanic debris, such as ash and small rocks.

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What is a composite volcano?

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A composite volcano, also known as a stratovolcano, is characterized by a combination of explosive eruptions and lava flows, resulting in steep, layered structures.

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What is compression in geology?

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Compression is a type of stress that squeezes rock until it folds or breaks.

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What is tension in geology?

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Tension is a type of stress that pulls rocks apart, causing them to stretch.