Porter 5th 2nd 9 weeks WED Review

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What is climate?

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Climate is the average weather conditions in a specific area over a long period of time, typically years.

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How are deltas formed?

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Deltas are formed by sediment deposition, where rivers slow down and drop off sediment as they enter a larger body of water.

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What causes a U-shaped valley to form?

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A U-shaped valley is formed by the massive weight of glaciers scraping and moving through the valley.

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is a rapid change in the Earth's surface that can cause the ground to shake, create cracks in the Earth's crust, or form mountains.

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What causes a V-shaped valley to form?

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A V-shaped valley is formed by water moving through the valley and eroding sediments.

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Define erosion.

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water.

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What is sediment deposition?

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Sediment deposition is the process where materials carried by water, wind, or ice are dropped in a new location.

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What role do glaciers play in shaping the landscape?

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Glaciers shape the landscape by eroding land as they move and depositing sediments when they melt.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of those conditions.

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What is a delta?

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