Rapid changes

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What is a rapid change?

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A rapid change is a quick alteration that can happen to the Earth within minutes or even seconds.

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What causes buildings to split and shift?

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An earthquake can cause buildings to split and shift.

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What is formed by volcanic eruptions?

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Volcanic eruptions can form new land by bringing melted rock to the surface.

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What are large forces that cause changes to the Earth?

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Large forces found both inside the planet and on the surface cause changes to the Earth.

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What is an example of a rapid change?

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An example of a rapid change is a volcanic eruption.

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What happens during a volcanic eruption?

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During a volcanic eruption, melted rock comes out to the surface.

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What can cause the Earth to change quickly?

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Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions can cause the Earth to change quickly.

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What is the result of volcanic eruptions on the Earth's surface?

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Volcanic eruptions can create new land and change the landscape.

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What is the opposite of a rapid change?

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A slow change is the opposite of a rapid change.

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What natural disaster can cause buildings to collapse?

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An earthquake can cause buildings to collapse.