Changing Landforms Science Flashcard

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What are glaciers?

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Glaciers are large masses of ice that move slowly over land.

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What is a plateau?

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A plateau is a flat area of land that is higher than the surrounding land.

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What are mountains?

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Mountains are large landforms that rise steeply above the surrounding land.

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What is a valley?

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A valley is a low area of land between hills or mountains, often used for farming.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is when sand, soil, and rock are removed from one place and moved to another.

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What causes erosion?

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Erosion can be caused by wind, water, and ice.

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What is a landform?

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A landform is a natural feature of the Earth's surface, like mountains, valleys, and plateaus.

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How do glaciers change landforms?

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Glaciers can carve out valleys and shape mountains as they move.

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What is the difference between a mountain and a hill?

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Mountains are taller and steeper than hills.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small pieces of rock, soil, and sand that are carried by wind or water.