Landform Formation Flashcard

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What is a canyon?

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A deep cut between cliffs of rock caused by a river over a long period of time.

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Which of the following is NOT a cause of weathering and erosion that can lead to the formation of canyons? Water, Wind, Fire

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Fire

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What is the main cause of weathering and erosion that leads to the formation of canyons? Ice, Wind, Water, Earthquakes

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Water

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What is a delta?

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A low, flat area of land built from sediment carried downstream by a river.

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What is the main cause of the formation of a delta?

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Deposition of sediment by water

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Where is sediment deposited to form a delta?

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At the mouth of the river where it meets the ocean

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What is a sand dune?

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A large deposit of sand that has been moved by wind to form a hill.

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What causes sand dunes to move from place to place?

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Erosion & Deposition

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Which element is primarily responsible for moving sand to form dunes?

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Wind

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What are glaciers made up of?

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Fallen snow that gets compressed into ice