Landforms - SC.6.E.6.2

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a landform created at the mouth of a river where sediments are deposited, forming a triangular shape.

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What is a lake?

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A lake is a large body of water surrounded by land.

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How does a plateau differ from a plain?

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A plateau is elevated higher than the surrounding area, while a plain is flat and at a lower elevation.

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Where are sand dunes commonly found?

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Sand dunes are mostly found in coastlines and deserts.

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What landforms are NOT found in Florida?

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Mountains and glaciers are NOT found in Florida.

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What is an alluvial fan?

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An alluvial fan is a fan-shaped deposit of sediment formed where a river flows out of a mountain range.

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What is the definition of a river?

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A river is a large, flowing body of water that usually empties into a sea or ocean.

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What is the difference between a stream and a river?

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A stream is a smaller, flowing body of water, while a river is larger and flows into a larger body of water.

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What are coastlines?

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Coastlines are the areas where land meets the ocean or sea.

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What is a glacier?

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A glacier is a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land.