Erosion and Landscape Experiment Concepts

The video tutorial explains how erosion shapes landscapes like the Grand Canyon and White Cliffs of Dover. It guides viewers through a hands-on experiment to observe erosion at home using a mini landscape made of dirt or sand. By creating a slope and adding water, viewers can see how erosion moves materials. The video encourages experimenting with different landscape features and water flow to understand erosion better. It concludes with an invitation to share findings and thanks to Google Making Science.

What natural process is responsible for moving materials that form landscapes like the Grand Canyon?

• Earthquakes

• Tectonic shifts

• Volcanism

• Erosion

What is the first step in setting up the mini landscape experiment?

• Gathering water

• Finding a place to make a mess

• Creating a slope

• Adding mountains

Which material can be used to create the mini landscape for the erosion experiment?

• Wood

• Concrete

• Sand

• Metal

Why is it important to create a slope in the mini landscape?

• To allow water to move and demonstrate erosion

• To make it look like a real mountain

• To prevent water from spilling

• To make it easier to clean up

What happens to the dirt as water moves from the top of the slope to the bottom?

• It stays in place

• It evaporates

• It moves with the water

• It turns into rock

How can you tell that erosion has occurred in your mini landscape?

• The landscape looks the same

• The dirt has turned into sand

• The water remains clear

• The dirt has moved from the top to the bottom

What color does the water turn after it flows down the slope?

• Green

• Blue

• Mucky brown

• Clear

What might happen if you make the slope of your hill steeper in the experiment?

• The water will flow slower

• The dirt will stay in place

• The water will stop flowing

• The dirt will move more quickly

What could you change in the experiment to see different erosion results?

• The type of water used

• The size of the pan

• The features in the dirt

• The color of the dirt

What is encouraged at the end of the experiment to further understand erosion?

• Trying different variables

• Cleaning up immediately

• Using less water

• Stopping the experiment