Changes on Earth's Surface

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is a landform that can erupt and release lava, ash, and gases from beneath the Earth's surface.

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True or False: The crater of a volcano holds the lava.

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False. The crater is the opening at the top of the volcano, but lava is found inside the volcano.

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What are slow changes on Earth's surface?

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Examples of slow changes include erosion, weathering, and the movement of tectonic plates.

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What can happen when a volcano erupts?

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A volcano may form ash clouds and can erupt for many days.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What causes landslides, volcanoes, and floods?

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These events are caused by nature.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process where soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.

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What is a dune?

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A dune is a hill of sand formed by the wind.

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What is a stream?

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A stream is a small, flowing body of water.

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What is an island?

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An island is a piece of land surrounded by water.

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What is a flood?

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A flood is an overflow of water that submerges land that is usually dry.

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