Landforms Vocabulary (5.7B)

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What does the word 'surface' mean?

Back

The top layer of something.

Front

Which planet is the Earth in the order from the Sun?

Back

3rd planet.

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What is a canyon?

Back

A deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often carved by a river or erosion.

Front

What is a butte?

Back

A flat-topped hill with steep sides, formed by erosion.

Front

What is a plateau?

Back

A flat-topped area elevated above the surrounding land.

Front

What is erosion?

Back

The process by which natural forces like water, wind, or ice wear away rocks and soil.

Front

What is a valley?

Back

A low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river running through it.

Front

What is a mountain?

Back

A large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings, typically having a peak.

Front

What is a river?

Back

A large, flowing body of water that usually empties into a sea or ocean.

Front

What is a delta?

Back

A landform that forms at the mouth of a river, where it meets a body of water, characterized by sediment deposits.