Processes That Change Earth's Surface

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A teacher set up a model to represent the formation of a landform. What landform does this model most likely represent? Options: Delta, Cave, Canyon, Sand dune

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Sand dune

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Which of the following processes is not considered a rapid change to Earth’s surface? Volcanic eruption, Earthquake, Landslide, Weathering

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Weathering

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A canyon with tall, vertical sides is shown. Which of the following most likely led to the formation of this canyon?

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Rapidly moving water

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Which landform was most likely formed by the slow movement of glaciers?

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U-shaped valley

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What agent of change is most likely responsible for the formation of the land features labeled in the image? Options: Water, Wind, Glaciers, Mud

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Water

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The process in which rock is broken down into smaller pieces is

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Weathering

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When water enters the cracks in a large rock and freezes, the water expands. Over time, water freezing and thawing –

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weathers the rock into sediments

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A teacher built a model to explain how one type of landform is created. What landform does the model most likely represent? Options: Landslide, Sand dune, U-shaped valley, Canyon.

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Canyon

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How is the formation of deltas and sand dunes similar?

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Both are formed by deposition of sediments.

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Which pair of landforms are the result of the same agent of change? Note: The agents are wind, water or ice.

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A canyon and V-shaped valley