Weather and Seasonal Changes - 2nd Grade

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What is dormancy?

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Dormancy is a state where some trees and animals become very inactive during winter.

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How are sand dunes formed?

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Sand dunes are formed by winds blowing sand and moving it into piles.

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Why are trees planted on bare hillsides?

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Trees are planted on bare hillsides to prevent soil from washing away.

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What happens to fish when a pond freezes?

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When a pond freezes, fish rest at the bottom of the pond.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of sand and rocks being moved by wind and water.

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What is hibernation?

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Hibernation is a state of inactivity that some animals enter during winter.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is the role of trees in the environment?

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Trees provide oxygen, shade, and prevent soil erosion.

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What is a season?

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A season is a division of the year marked by changes in weather, ecology, and daylight.

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What are the four seasons?

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The four seasons are spring, summer, autumn (fall), and winter.