Timescale of Earth's Events

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What can cause fast changes to the Earth's surface?

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Water can cause fast changes to the Earth's surface.

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What are slow moving chunks of ice that change the Earth's surface?

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Glaciers are slow moving chunks of ice that change the Earth's surface.

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What can cause erosion?

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Water, wind, and ice can all cause erosion.

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How often is the surface of the Earth changing?

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The surface of the Earth is changing all the time in different places.

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What earth event causes cracks in the Earth's surface?

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An earthquake causes cracks in the Earth's surface.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which natural forces move weathered rock and soil from one place to another.

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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.

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What is the role of water in shaping the Earth's surface?

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Water can erode rocks and soil, leading to changes in the Earth's surface.

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What is an earthquake?

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An earthquake is a sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

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What are the three main agents of erosion?

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The three main agents of erosion are water, wind, and ice.