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 plains.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What causes the formation of canyons?

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Canyons are formed primarily by the process of weathering and erosion, often caused by water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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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 forces such as water, wind, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials are added to a landform, often after being transported by erosion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What agent of change is responsible for creating sand dunes?

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Wind is the primary agent of change that causes the formation of sand dunes.

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What is a glacier?

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A glacier is a large mass of ice that moves slowly down a slope or valley.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What landform is created by the action of glaciers?

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U-shaped valleys are formed by the movement of glaciers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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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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How do rivers contribute to landform changes?

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Rivers can erode land, creating valleys and canyons, and deposit sediment, forming deltas.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion involves the movement of those broken materials.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2