Landforms

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What is a landform?

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A landform is a natural feature of the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, plateaus, and plains.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind, water, or ice.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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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, and is created by the deposition of sediment.

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What is a canyon?

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A canyon is a deep, narrow valley with steep sides, often formed by the erosion of a river.

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What is a valley?

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A valley is a low area of land between hills or mountains, often with a river running through it.

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What is a sand dune?

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A sand dune is a hill of sand built by the wind, commonly found in deserts and near beaches.

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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, formed from compacted snow.

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What is a u-shaped valley?

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A u-shaped valley is a valley with a U shape, formed by the erosion of a glacier.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural forces.