Earth Science: Constructive and Destructive Forces

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What does a seismograph measure?

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A seismograph measures how strong an earthquake is.

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Which landforms are created over a long period of time?

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Mountains and Canyons are created over a long period of time.

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How are sand dunes formed?

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Sand dunes are formed by deposition.

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What is a constructive force?

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A constructive force is a natural process that creates new landforms by sediment.

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How can humans control water in flood-prone areas?

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Humans can build and use storm drains to move water to other areas.

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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 wind, water, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where material is added to a landform, such as sediment being deposited by water.

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What are destructive forces?

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Destructive forces are natural processes that break down landforms, such as erosion and volcanic eruptions.

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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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What role do volcanoes play in shaping the Earth?

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Volcanoes create new landforms by erupting and depositing lava and ash.