Exploring Landforms

What are landforms?

• Natural features of the Earth's surface

• Man-made structures on Earth

• Artificial landscapes created by humans

• Technological advancements in geography

How are mountains typically formed?

• By movements in the Earth's crust

• By erosion from rivers

• By sediment deposition

• By weathering of rocks

What is a characteristic of plains?

• Flat and wide

• Tall and steep

• Narrow and deep

• Covered with ice

Which natural process is responsible for creating valleys?

• Erosion by rivers or glaciers

• Volcanic activity

• Tectonic plate collision

• Sediment deposition

Why are cities often built on plains?

• Because the land is flat and easy to build on

• Because plains are usually covered with forests

• Because plains are located near oceans

• Because plains have steep slopes