5.10C Vocabulary Review

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What is a canyon?

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A canyon is a deep valley formed by water erosion and deposition, often found all over the world and sometimes called ravines or gorges.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediment from one location to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process of dropping sediment in a new location after it has been transported by erosion.

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What is a sand dune?

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A sand dune is a mountain of sand formed by the deposition of sand, typically shaped by wind.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of larger rocks into smaller pieces, or sediment, through natural processes.

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What causes canyons to form?

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Canyons are formed primarily by the erosion caused by flowing water, which carves out the landscape over time.

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What is the difference between erosion and weathering?

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Erosion involves the movement of sediment, while weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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Can you give an example of deposition?

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An example of deposition is when a river slows down and drops off sediment at its mouth, forming a delta.

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What role does wind play in shaping landforms?

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Wind can cause erosion by moving sand and sediment, and it can also create landforms like sand dunes through deposition.

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What is a delta?

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

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