Q2 Benchmark Exam Practice 2

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What is a landform?

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A landform is a natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, plateaus, and plains.

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What is a river delta?

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

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What causes lakes in Florida to be shallow?

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Lakes in Florida may be shallow due to their formation from sinkholes or because of the natural characteristics of the land.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, soil, and organic material that are transported and deposited by water, wind, or ice.

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What is physical weathering?

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Physical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition, often through freezing and thawing.

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What is the difference between dunes and deltas?

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Dunes are formed by wind-blown sand, while deltas are formed by sediment deposited at the mouth of a river.

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What is the role of controlled variables in an experiment?

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Controlled variables are factors that are kept constant to ensure that the results of an experiment are due to the independent variable.

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What is the scientific method?

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The scientific method is a systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is the significance of recording data in scientific investigations?

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Recording data is crucial for analyzing results, drawing conclusions, and verifying the reliability of an experiment.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering is the process that breaks down rocks through chemical reactions, often involving water and atmospheric gases.