Landforms (5.7B)

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What is a landform?

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A landform is a natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, plateaus, and plains.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process in which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces due to natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediments from one place to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments are dropped off in a new location, often forming features like deltas and sand dunes.

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What is a canyon?

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A canyon is a deep valley with steep sides, often formed by the erosion of a river over a long period.

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, created by the deposition of sediments.

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What is a sand dune?

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A sand dune is a hill of sand formed by the wind, often found in deserts or near beaches.

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What is a V-shaped valley?

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A V-shaped valley is a valley with steep sides and a narrow bottom, typically formed by river erosion.

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What is a U-shaped valley?

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A U-shaped valley is a valley with a wide, flat bottom and steep sides, formed by glacial erosion.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller pieces, while erosion moves those pieces from one place to another.