Earth's Landforms

Front

What contributes to the formation of sand dunes?

Back

deposition

Front

Gravity pulls rainwater downhill and the flowing water erodes the landscape by _____.

Back

washing away soil

Front

Which of the following does not cause a quick change to the Earth's surface? earthquake, erosion, avalanche, landslide

Back

erosion

Front

Which process created the Grand Canyon?

Back

water erosion

Front

The dropping off of sediments is called _____

Back

deposition

Front

The weathered rocks found along the side of this stream were likely placed there by ______.

Back

deposition

Front

Which statement best describes the amount of time it takes for wind, water, and ice to change the shape of landforms?

Back

Wind, water, and ice can change landforms quickly or slowly.

Front

Gusts of wind can pile sand into large mounds in deserts and on beaches. These mounds are called _____

Back

sand dunes

Front

Which is not a feature found on the ocean floor? Options: rift valley, trench, continental shelf, estuary

Back

estuary

Front

For which landform would contour lines be closest together on a topographical map?

Back

a plateau