Landforms

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What is a glacier?

Back

A glacier is a large piece of ice that moves downhill.

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What process describes the formation of a sand dune?

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Deposition.

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What agent of change causes a canyon?

Back

Water.

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What process describes the formation of a U-shaped valley?

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Weathering & Erosion.

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What agent of change causes a U-shaped valley?

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Ice.

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Define erosion.

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water.

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What is deposition?

Back

Deposition is the process where materials are added to a landform, often after being transported by wind, water, or ice.

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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 forces.

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Name an example of a landform created by erosion.

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Canyon.

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What is the role of wind in shaping landforms?

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Wind can erode, transport, and deposit materials, creating features like sand dunes.