Surface Features

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What is a destructive force?

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Forces that cause land to break or wear down.

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What is a constructive force?

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Forces that cause land to build or rise.

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Mountains are an example of a _________ force.

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Constructive

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Wind is an example of a _________ force.

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Both

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Volcanoes are an example of a _________ force.

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Destructive

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What are surface features?

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Natural formations on the Earth's surface, such as mountains, valleys, and plains.

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What is erosion?

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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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The process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform.

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How do rivers shape the land?

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Rivers can erode land, creating valleys, and deposit sediments, forming deltas.

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What role do glaciers play in shaping the landscape?

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Glaciers erode land as they move and can create valleys and fjords.