Constructive and Destructive Processes

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What is a constructive force?

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A natural force that builds up and creates new land.

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What is a destructive force?

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A natural occurrence that breaks down or removes land.

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What is deposition?

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The process where sediments and materials are carried by wind or water and stop moving, building up somewhere else.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which natural forces like wind or water move soil and rock from one location to another.

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What is weathering?

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The breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes.

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What tool measures the intensity of an earthquake?

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Seismograph.

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What do GIS maps help us understand?

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They provide information about geographical locations, including flood zones and other environmental data.

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How do caves and sinkholes form?

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They are formed by destructive forces, such as water eroding the ground and creating empty spaces.

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What is the role of engineers in construction?

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Engineers plan and develop structures, considering environmental factors like flooding and seismic activity.

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What is the difference between constructive and destructive processes?

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Constructive processes build up land, while destructive processes break down or remove land.