Landforms

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What is 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 a peninsula?

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A peninsula is a landform that is surrounded by water on three sides.

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What causes sinkholes?

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Sinkholes are caused by the dissolution of limestone or other soluble rocks, leading to the collapse of the ground above.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces such as water, wind, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another by natural forces like water, wind, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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How do mountains form?

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Mountains can form through tectonic forces, volcanic activity, or the collision of the Earth's plates.

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What is limestone?

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Limestone is a sedimentary rock that is primarily composed of calcium carbonate and is often formed from the remains of marine organisms.

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What role does acid rain play in landform creation?

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Acid rain can lead to weathering of rocks, particularly limestone, creating features like caves.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks in place, while erosion involves the movement of those broken materials to new locations.

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