Fast and slow changes

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What is a flood?

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A flood is when there is too much water, causing rivers and streams to overflow.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is a slow change to the earth's surface.

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What is a landslide?

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A landslide is a fast change where large pieces of land break off and slide down.

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What happens during a landslide?

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Large pieces of land break off and slide down.

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What landform can rivers create over thousands of years?

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Rivers can create canyons over thousands of years.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is when materials are dropped off in a new location, often after being carried by water or wind.

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What causes a flood?

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A flood is often caused by heavy rainfall that leads to overflowing rivers and streams.

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How does erosion change the land?

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Erosion changes the land by wearing away soil and rock, often creating valleys.

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What is the difference between fast and slow changes in the earth?

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Fast changes happen quickly, like landslides, while slow changes happen over a long time, like erosion.