Erosion and Deposition #2

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which natural forces like water, wind, and ice wear away rocks and soil.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials are dropped or settled after being transported by erosion.

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What is a sea stack?

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A sea stack is a coastal landform that is formed when a sea arch collapses, leaving a tall, isolated rock.

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What is runoff?

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Runoff is excess rain or snowmelt that flows across the land, often leading to erosion.

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What is a delta?

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

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What role does gravity play in erosion?

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Gravity pulls materials down slopes, causing erosion in mountainous and steep areas.

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What is a barrier island?

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A barrier island is a long, narrow island that runs parallel to the mainland, formed by the accumulation of sand.

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What is a meander?

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A meander is a curve or bend in a river, often formed by the erosion of the outer bank and deposition on the inner bank.

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What is a coastal cliff?

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A coastal cliff is a steep face of rock and earth located along the coast, often formed by erosion.

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What is a moraine?

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A moraine is a landform made up of debris deposited by a glacier.