Earth and Space Science Vocabulary Pre-Test

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What is a delta?

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A wetland area that forms when a river empties into a larger body of water, such as a lake, ocean, or another river.

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What is compaction?

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The process by which pressure from rocks and soil reduces the size or volume of sediments.

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What is the atmosphere?

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A layer of gases that surrounds the Earth and protects life.

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What is the water cycle?

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The change of water from one state to another as it moves between Earth’s surfaces to the atmosphere.

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What is weather?

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The condition of the atmosphere at a place for a short period of time, including humidity, cloud cover, temperature, wind, and precipitation.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water.

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What is deposition?

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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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The breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes.

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What is climate?

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The average weather conditions in a particular area over a long period of time.

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What is a canyon?

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