Science Bowl 1

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What are canyons and mesas?

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Canyons and mesas are landforms found in the western United States, formed by erosion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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How are canyons and mesas similar?

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Both were formed from erosion of wind and water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a large landform found along coastlines, formed by the deposition of sediments.

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What process forms deltas?

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Deltas are formed by the deposition of sediments by rivers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What energy causes water to evaporate?

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Thermal energy from the environment causes water to evaporate.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What happens to salt water when the sun interacts with the ocean?

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Salt water will become freshwater vapor.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What effect does building a highway through an ecosystem have?

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Habitats for animals would be reduced.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind, water, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments are laid down in new locations.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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