Biological Processes and Earth Forces

Front

What are all objects that have biological processes that keep them alive, such as plants and animals?

Back

Living Organisms

Front

What is the removal and movement of sediment from one place to another by gravity, water, wind, or ice?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is a portion of Earth’s surface with borders?

Back

Region

Front

What happens to the rate of erosion if the wind speed increases?

Back

The rate of erosion increases.

Front

What is all the plants found in a particular area?

Back

Vegetation

Front

What is the process by which plants make their own food using sunlight?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What is the force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling us down?

Back

Gravity

Front

What do we call the top layer of soil that is rich in nutrients and supports plant growth?

Back

Topsoil

Front

What is the term for the gradual wearing away of rocks and soil?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is the term for a large area of land that is covered with trees?

Back

Forest