3rd Grade Science Summative Review

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What is a landslide?

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A landslide is a rapid movement of rocks, loose soil, and sand down a slope.

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What causes a landslide?

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Heavy rains are a common cause of landslides.

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What happens to plants and animals when they die in the forest?

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They become part of the soil when they die and decay.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process where materials are moved from one location to another.

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What are earthquakes?

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Earthquakes are the rolling, shaking, moving, or shocking of the Earth's surface.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals on the Earth's surface.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials are dropped or settled in a new location.

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What is soil made of?

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Soil is made of minerals, organic matter, water, and air.

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What is the water cycle?

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

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What is a natural disaster?

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A natural disaster is a catastrophic event caused by natural processes of the Earth.