Earth Science

Front

What is an earthquake?

Back

An earthquake is a sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates beneath the Earth's surface.

Front

What causes volcanoes to form?

Back

Volcanoes form when magma from inside the Earth escapes to the surface, often at tectonic plate boundaries.

Front

What is a levee?

Back

A levee is a man-made structure built along rivers to prevent flooding by controlling water flow.

Front

What is soil erosion?

Back

Soil erosion is the process by which soil is removed from the Earth's surface, often due to water, wind, or human activity.

Front

What are constructive forces?

Back

Constructive forces are natural processes that build up the Earth's surface, such as volcanic eruptions and sediment deposition.

Front

What are destructive forces?

Back

Destructive forces are natural processes that break down the Earth's surface, such as erosion and weathering.

Front

What is a storm drain?

Back

A storm drain is a system designed to carry excess rainwater away from streets and buildings to prevent flooding.

Front

What is contour plowing?

Back

Contour plowing is a farming practice where plowing is done along the contours of the land to reduce soil erosion.

Front

What is a sea wall?

Back

A sea wall is a structure built along the coast to protect against wave erosion and flooding.

Front

What is a jetty?

Back

A jetty is a structure built out into the water to protect a harbor or shoreline from waves and currents.