Landforms and Bodies of Water Review

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What is a canyon?

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A canyon is a deep valley with steep sides.

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What type of water covers most of the Earth's surface?

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Salt water covers most of the Earth's surface.

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What should Emma label if she drew a volcano in her Science notebook?

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Emma should label it 'volcano'.

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Which number typically labels a landform in diagrams?

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The number '1' typically labels a landform.

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What is an island?

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An island is a landform that is surrounded by water.

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What is the definition of a landform?

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

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What is the difference between a lake and a pond?

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A lake is generally larger and deeper than a pond.

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, characterized by sediment deposition.

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What is the definition of a plateau?

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A plateau is an area of flat land that is elevated above the surrounding area.

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What is a river?

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A river is a large, flowing body of water that usually empties into a sea or ocean.