Landforms U-Shaped Valleys

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What is a U-shaped valley?

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A U-shaped valley is a valley with a distinctive U shape, formed by the erosion of a glacier.

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How is a U-shaped valley different from a V-shaped valley?

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A U-shaped valley has a wider, flatter bottom and steeper sides compared to a V-shaped valley, which is narrower and has a pointed bottom.

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What natural process primarily forms U-shaped valleys?

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U-shaped valleys are primarily formed by glacial erosion.

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What is glacial erosion?

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Glacial erosion is the process by which glaciers move and reshape the land, carving out valleys and other landforms.

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What role does ice play in the formation of U-shaped valleys?

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Ice from glaciers acts as a powerful agent of erosion, scraping and carving the landscape as it moves.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces through natural forces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials transported by erosion are dropped off in a new location.

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How long does it take to form a U-shaped valley?

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It takes over thousands of years to form a U-shaped valley.

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What are some examples of U-shaped valleys?

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Examples of U-shaped valleys include Yosemite Valley in California and the valleys in Glacier National Park.