Types of Landforms

What causes the formation of landforms like canyons and valleys?

• Sunlight exposure

• Erosion by wind and water

• Volcanic eruptions

• Human activities

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Which type of mountain is formed due to tectonic movements and earthquakes?

• Dome mountains

• Fault-block mountains

• Fold mountains

• Hill mountains

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What is a characteristic feature of valleys formed by glaciers?

• They are U-shaped

• They are covered with vegetation

• They are sandy

• They are always dry

What common feature do all deserts share?

• High temperatures

• Heavy rainfall

• Less than 10 inches of rain per year

• Dense forests

How are plateaus generally formed?

• By heavy rainfall

• By tectonic plate collisions

• By glacier movement

• By river erosion

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