Slow and Rapid Changes to Earth

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What is a delta?

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A delta is a landform that forms at the mouth of a river where it meets a body of water, such as an ocean or a lake, and is shaped like a triangle.

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What shape do most deltas resemble?

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Most deltas are shaped like a triangle.

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What landform is created where a river flows into an ocean?

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A delta is formed where a river flows into an ocean.

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What is a volcanic eruption?

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A volcanic eruption is a burst of melted rock, ash, and gas from inside the Earth.

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What natural disaster occurs when soil and rocks fall suddenly down a slope?

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A landslide occurs when soil and rocks fall suddenly down a slope.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which pieces of rock and soil are carried away by wind, water, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where materials are dropped or settled in a new location after being transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What causes an earthquake?

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An earthquake is caused by the sudden release of energy in the Earth's crust, resulting in seismic waves.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is a flood?

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A flood is an overflow of water onto land that is normally dry, often caused by heavy rain or melting snow.

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