Weathering and Erosion Review

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What is a canyon?

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A deep valley with very steep sides.

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What is a mountain?

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A place on the earth's surface that is much higher than the land around it.

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What is a plateau?

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A flat area higher than the land around it.

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What is an earthquake?

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The shaking of the earth's surface caused by the movement of the crust or mantle.

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What is a barrier island?

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A thin island near a coast.

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What causes weathering?

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Weathering is caused by natural processes like wind, water, and temperature changes that break down rocks.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion moves the broken materials to a different location.

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What is a flood?

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An overflow of water that submerges land that is usually dry.

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What is a glacier?

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A large mass of ice that moves slowly over land.