Changes To Earths Surface Flashcard

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What is a Sea Wall?

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A wall created to stop flooding.

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What causes floods?

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Heavy rain, broken dams, or both.

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What is Erosion?

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When earthen material is worn out.

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What is Terrace Farming?

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A farming method used to stop water loss.

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What is the purpose of a dam?

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To hold back water and prevent flooding.

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What is sediment?

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Small particles of soil and rock that are carried by water.

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How do rivers change the landscape?

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By eroding soil and depositing sediment.

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is a floodplain?

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An area of land that is prone to flooding.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.