Lesson 4: Mapping Earth

Which term describes the breaking down of rocks, soil, and minerals as well as wood and artificial materials through contact with the Earth's atmosphere, waters, and biological organisms?

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Decomposition

• Metamorphosis

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What is erosion?

• A type of dance.

• The process of cooking food.

• A new video game.

• The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water flow, and then transported and deposited in other locations.

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What role does water play in shaping the landscape of a valley?

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What is a relief map?

• A map that shows where to find hospitals.

• A map that shows where to find relief from hot weather.

• A map that only shows oceans.

• A map that shows different elevations and terrains of the Earth's surface.

What information can you typically find on a topographic map?

• Population density of cities.

• Weather patterns over the course of a year.

• Elevation, contour lines, and natural features such as mountains and rivers.

• Political boundaries and capital cities.

What does a climate map display?

• The various types of animals found across different regions.

• The distribution of ice cream shops globally.

• The different weather patterns and climate zones around the world.

• Flight paths for international airlines.

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What role does erosion play in the formation of soil?

• By transporting nutrients to different areas.

• By creating larger rock formations.

• By adding organic matter to the soil.

• By moving soil and rock particles from one place to another.

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How do maps contribute to our understanding of geological processes like weathering and erosion?

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What can cause erosion?

• Wind

• Water

• Ice

• All of the above

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Explain what happened to create this formation.

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