Landforms Review

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What changes the earth's surface over time?

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Water, wind, ice, and temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is a canyon?

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A deep valley with steep sides, often carved by a river.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is a lake?

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A large body of water surrounded by land.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is a glacier?

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A large mass of ice that moves slowly over land.

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What is an ocean?

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A vast body of salt water that covers most of the Earth's surface.

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What is a valley?

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A low area of land between hills or mountains.

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What is a mountain?

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A large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings.

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What is an island?

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A piece of land surrounded by water.

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What is a river?

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A large, flowing body of water that usually empties into an ocean or lake.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is erosion?

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The process by which natural forces move weathered rock and soil from one place to another.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2