Changes to Land Definitions

Changes to Land Definitions

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Science

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is erosion?

Back

The movement of sediment from one place to another by wind, water, or ice.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What landform is created by the weathering and erosion of rock as a glacier moves down a mountain?

Back

U-shaped valley.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a v-shaped valley?

Back

A narrow landform with steep sides formed by river erosion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a sand dune?

Back

A large hill or mound of sand formed by wind weathering and deposition.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is weathering?

Back

The breaking down of larger rocks into smaller pieces called sediment.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is sediment?

Back

Small pieces of rock and soil that are moved by erosion.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes the formation of canyons?

Back

Canyons are formed by river erosion over a long period of time.

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