Landforms

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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 causes flooding on the coast?

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Flooding on the coast can be caused by an earthquake in the ocean.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of rocks breaking down into smaller pieces.

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What can lightning cause in terms of landforms?

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Lightning can cause a forest fire, which can change landforms quickly.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which wind, water, and glaciers move sand, rock, and soil.

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What is a plain?

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A plain is land that is flat for a great distance.

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What are canyons?

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Canyons are deep valleys with steep sides, often formed by river erosion.

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What are mountains?

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Mountains are large landforms that rise prominently above their surroundings, usually in the form of a peak.

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What is a forest?

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A forest is a large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth.

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock beneath the Earth's surface.