6th Grade - Earth's Landforms

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What are Constructive Forces?

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Constructive Forces are forces that build up land.

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What is a Mountain?

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A Mountain is a landform with both high elevation and high relief.

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How did scientists and mapmakers study land before modern technology?

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They studied the land and drew maps by hand.

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What is the boundary between land and a body of water called?

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The boundary is called a coastline.

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What is the purpose of surveying in map making?

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Surveying is done to determine distances and elevations.

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What are Destructive Forces?

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Destructive Forces are forces that tear down land.

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What is topography?

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Topography refers to the arrangement of the natural and artificial physical features of an area.

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What is elevation?

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Elevation is the height of a landform above sea level.

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What is relief in geography?

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Relief is the difference in elevation between the highest and lowest parts of an area.

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What is a plateau?

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A plateau is a flat elevated area of land.