Science Landforms STAAR Review

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What is a delta?

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A large, flat area of land at the mouth of a river formed by the deposition of sediments.

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What landform is created by strong winds moving sand?

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Sand dunes.

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What does a model of a hill covered with clay and exposed to hot water represent?

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The formation of caves in hills.

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What natural event is described as a sudden movement of rock and soil down a slope?

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Landslide.

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What is the main cause of sand dune formation?

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Strong winds.

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What is a canyon?

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A deep valley with steep sides, often formed by river erosion.

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What is erosion?

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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 a valley?

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A low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river running through it.

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What is the difference between a delta and a floodplain?

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A delta is formed at the mouth of a river by sediment deposition, while a floodplain is the flat land adjacent to a river that is prone to flooding.

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What are the characteristics of a landslide?

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Rapid movement of rock and soil down a slope, often triggered by heavy rain or earthquakes.