Constructive & Destructive Forces Flashcard

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What are constructive forces?

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Constructive forces are natural processes that build up landforms, such as deposition and sedimentation.

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What are destructive forces?

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Destructive forces are natural processes that break down landforms, such as erosion and weathering.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind, water, or ice and transported to another location.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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How do waves contribute to erosion?

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Waves can erode coastlines by crashing against rocks and sand, gradually wearing them away.

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What is a delta?

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

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What is a sea arch?

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A sea arch is a natural rock formation created by the erosion of rock by waves, often found along coastlines.

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What is sedimentation?

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Sedimentation is the process of settling or being deposited as sediment, often forming new landforms.

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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, and beaches.