Constructive and Destructive Forces Flashcard Review

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What are constructive forces?

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Constructive forces are natural processes that build up landforms, such as volcanic eruptions and sediment deposition.

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What are destructive forces?

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Destructive forces are natural processes that break down landforms, such as erosion, weathering, and volcanic eruptions.

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Give an example of a landform created by constructive processes.

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An island formed by cooling lava from a volcano eruption.

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Give an example of a landform created by destructive processes.

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A canyon formed by erosion from flowing water.

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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 such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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How do volcanoes contribute to constructive processes?

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Volcanoes create new landforms by erupting lava that cools and solidifies, forming islands and mountains.

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What is a delta?

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

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What is a sea arch?

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A sea arch is a natural rock formation created by the erosion of rock by waves, representing a destructive process.

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What role does water play in shaping landforms?

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Water can erode landforms, creating canyons, or deposit sediment, forming deltas and beaches.