Landforms Identification 5th Grade STAAR

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What is a canyon?

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A canyon is a deep valley with steep sides, often formed by the erosion of a river over a long period of time.

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river, where it meets a body of water, and is created by the deposition of sediment.

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What is a sand dune?

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A sand dune is a hill of sand formed by the wind, typically found in deserts or near beaches.

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What is a U-shaped valley?

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A U-shaped valley is a valley with a U shape, formed by the movement of glaciers.

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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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What is deposition?

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

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What is weathering?

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

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What agent forms canyons?

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Canyons are primarily formed by the erosion caused by rivers.

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What agent forms sand dunes?

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Sand dunes are formed by the wind blowing sand into piles.

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What agent forms U-shaped valleys?

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U-shaped valleys are formed by glaciers moving through the landscape.