Landforms

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What is Erosion?

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The movement of weathered material by wind, water, or ice (e.g. glaciers).

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is Weathering?

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The process by which exposed rock is broken down by rain, frost, wind, or other elements of weather.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Which landforms are created by the process of deposition?

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Delta and sand dune.

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What type of erosion forms a canyon?

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Water erosion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is a Canyon?

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A deep valley with steep sides, often formed by river erosion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is a Delta?

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A landform created at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, formed by deposition of sediment.

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What is a Sand Dune?

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A hill of sand formed by the wind.

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What is Ice Erosion?

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Erosion caused by the movement of glaciers.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between Weathering and Erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What natural forces contribute to Weathering?

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Rain, frost, wind, and temperature changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4